Cillian is explaining to an intern why ransomware is considered to be the most serious malware threat. Which of the following reasons would Cillian NOT give? A. Once a device is infected with ransomware, it will never function normally.
B. Launching a ransomware attack is relatively inexpensive and does not require a high degree of skill.
C. Ransomware attacks occur with a very high frequency.
D. Attacks from ransomware have a high impact on organizations.
The correct answer is A. Once a device is infected with ransomware, it will never function normally.
Explanation: Ransomware typically encrypts files or locks users out of their systems but does not necessarily render the entire device non-functional. Many infected devices can still operate in limited ways, which means that this statement is misleading. The other options (B, C, and D) accurately describe the threat level and characteristics of ransomware attacks.