RedBoot is a new bootlocker ransomware which seemingly modifies computers’ partition tables. Users are unable to decrypt their files or restore their partition settings whatsoever. It is not the first time we have seen a crossover between ransomware and data wiping capabilities in the malware world. There have been a few types of malware which disguise themselves as ransomware but effectively delete encrypted data. RedBoot Is a Very Serious Threat Malware developers must continually come up with new ways to trick computer users into making ransom payments. While ransomware itself still proves pretty successful in this regard, adding some more pressure can
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Redboot “Ransomware” Is Capable of Permanently Altering Hard Drive Partitions
