### Comment:
Can you explain the concept of ransomware and how it works?

### REPLY:
Ransomware is a highly effective way to extort money from individuals and organizations. It works by infecting a victim's computer or network and encrypting their files, making them inaccessible. The attacker then demands a ransom, usually in the form of cryptocurrency, in exchange for the decryption key. To maximize the success rate, attackers often disguise ransomware as legitimate files or use social engineering tactics to trick victims into opening infected email attachments or visiting malicious websites.