Paying a ransom is the only subscription service that mails you a bigger bill immediately.

If you pay a hacker’s ransom, they will likely come back for more

New research confirms that paying a hacker's ransom often leads to more demands, as cybercriminals see victims as repeat customers. The study warns that compliance encourages further extortion, turning a one-time payment into a recurring cycle.

Source: If you pay a hacker’s ransom, they will likely come back for more — TechCrunch

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