cryptolocker

plural cryptolockers

1. computer securityA form of ransomware that encrypts the victim's files and extorts money for the secret key required to decrypt them.

   Both a secure bastion and a cryptolocker were made up for this question, although cryptolocker itself is a type of malware.

   2020, Mike Chapple, David Seidl, CompTIA CySA+ Practice Tests: Exam CS0-002, page 392

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   Normally using a phishing attack, the attacker delivers cryptographic malware, such as a cryptolocker, that encrypts the victim's information […]

   2015, Sally Ernst, GOTCHA!: Your Little Black Book to a Safer E-xperience