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Ransomware is classified as:

1. Spyware
2. Adware
3. Encrypting malware
4. Trojan horse

Correct answer: Encrypting malware

Solution

Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts the victim's data and demands a ransom payment for the decryption key. It is classified as 'encrypting malware' or 'crypto-ransomware'.

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