Ep #4 | Ransomware Explained: How Cybercriminals Hijack Businesses Held for Ransom: The Hidden Cost of Corporate Cyberattacks

In this eye-opening episode of Man vs Scam, hosts Utkarshica Srivastava and Brijesh Singh dive into the chilling world of ransomware—a modern digital menace that’s silently hijacking systems and holding entire networks hostage. From hospitals and police departments to everyday individuals, no one is truly safe.

But who’s behind these faceless attacks? Why are even the most secure systems falling prey? And what really happens when the ransom is paid—or not?

With real-life stories, shocking stats, and expert insights, this episode unravels the anatomy of ransomware and exposes how close we all are to becoming the next target. If you think cybersecurity is just a tech problem, think again.

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The world wild web of cyber scams is highly sophisticated, hyper-personalised and everywhere! So how to go about life now? Since, let's face it, cyber scams are here to stay & evolve. Man Vs Scam is your no-frills, unfiltered podcast on cyber scams in India and guide for individuals to navigate this maze. We discuss scams that made the news, scams under the radar, recovery operations, and safety measures and encourage victims sharing stories and talk about coping techniques.

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