Which of the following statements is true about a cryptovirus?

A. It holds the data on a computer or the use of the computer hostage until a payment is made.
B. It completely rewrites itself each time it reproduces.
C. It encrypts its replicant into an alternate form, but it must then decrypt itself back into its original form to execute.
D. It uses encryption methods that can be cracked easily.


Answer: A

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