SamSam Ransomware 101: How It Works and How to Avoid It
SamSam Ransomware Was Released in Late 2015. Here’s What You Should Know About It.
LAST UPDATED ON DECEMBER 31, 2020
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Malware traditionally spreads through nefarious social engineering practices, phishing campaigns, and malicious attachments. In this way, it manages to profit off of users that are not well-versed in matters of cybersecurity. SamSam ransomware takes a different approach, which is exactly what makes it so dangerous.
In this article, I will first go over what SamSam ransomware is, as well as how it works. As always, stay tuned until the end for some actionable advice on how to prevent a SamSam ransomware infection.