ransomware
The English phrase "ransomware" is translated into Spanish as ransomware.
Meaning: malware (noun)
Did you know?
- In formal technical documentation in Spanish, you might encounter the descriptive phrase secuestro de datos, which literally means 'data kidnapping'.
- The term ransomware is a compound of 'ransom' and 'software', and its root for 'ransom' traces back to the Latin word redemptiō, which means 'buying back'.
- While English uses the suffix '-ware' to create the term, Spanish-speaking IT professionals often treat ransomware as a masculine noun, saying el ransomware.
Examples in context
- El ransomware bloqueó todos los archivos.The ransomware blocked all the files.
- Tuvimos un ataque de ransomware ayer.We had a ransomware attack yesterday.
- Cuidado con el ransomware en los correos.Watch out for ransomware in emails.
Example conversation
Javier and Lucía are talking about a computer security issue at work.
- Javier¿Viste el aviso sobre el ransomware?Did you see the notice about the ransomware?
- LucíaSí, es un problema serio para la empresa.Yes, it is a serious problem for the company.
- JavierEspero que no afecte mi ordenador.I hope it doesn't affect my computer.
- LucíaJavier, debemos tener mucho cuidado con los enlaces.Javier, we must be very careful with links.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ransomware, CC BY-SA 4.0.
