Ransomware as a Service (RaaS) is a business model in which malware authors enlist distributors to spread the infections and then take a cut of the profits. Nearly 50% of US companies experienced a ransomware attack during the past year. The cost of some ransomware packages is less than $100; even those without technical expertise can launch a ransomware campaign. The average ransom demand for ransom has more than doubled since the end of last year, security experts say.”]
Source: https://www.csoonline.com/article/3146537/ransomware-as-a-service-fuels-explosive-growth.html