Acronym for Ransomware as a Service—criminal subscription model for deploying ransomware attacks.
RaaS stands for Ransomware as a Service. See 'Ransomware as a Service' for the full definition. The RaaS model has transformed ransomware from individual attacks into an organised criminal industry.
Why It Matters
The DSC Perspective:
RaaS explains why ransomware attacks have become so prevalent—criminals don't need technical skills, just willingness to pay for access to ready-made attack tools and infrastructure.