CryptoLocker

CryptoLocker is a type of ransomware that was first identified in September 2013. It targets Windows-based machines and is known for encrypting the files on infected systems, making them inaccessible to users until a ransom is paid to the attackers. Typically, it spreads through phishing emails containing infected attachments or links, as well as through compromised websites and malicious downloads. When CryptoLocker infects a computer, it encrypts files such as documents, photos, and other important data using strong encryption algorithms.