KillDisk malware: A type of destructive malware that erases or corrupts data on a system, often used to disrupt operations or as part of a larger cyberattack. Examples of KillDisk attacks include attempts to extort money through data destruction threats or to cause system outages, such as the Petya and NotPetya incidents.
Categories: CC D5: Security Operations | CCSP D3: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D7: Security Operations | Security+ D2: Threats Vulnerabilities and Mitigations | SSCP D7: Systems and Application Security
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