Analysis of Vulnerability Factors and Severity Levels of Ransomware Strike on Organizational Data
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Common ransomwares including Crypto and?Locker are a serious threat to the basic computer systems and infrastructures as their main target is to extract money from the victims by demanding ransom for the decryption key. The evolution of ransomware as a threat to?both organizational and individual assets is captured in this paper. Additionally, the paper discusses the evolution, structures, and tactics of ransomware incidents and evaluates the effect of these events on both organizational and personal?property throughout history. All the while, the paper looks at the underlying cause of ransomware's organizational impact and the aggressive scales it's in constant evolution of?even on business personal. The explores proactive approaches which organizations could follow according to cybersecurity settings for the impetus and are prepared and aware of?the ransomware assault. Additionally, the study also provides recommendations and precautions to mitigate the challenges of ransomware strikes within society.
Authors: Emmanuel Abel Aleng, Omega Sarjiyus, Michael Audu (Michael)
Institutions: Adamawa State University, Federal Polytechnic, Mubi
Language: English
Subfield: Signal Processing
Field: Computer Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4414395532
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