That can be extorted. / From whom something can be extorted.

(computing, Internet) A data kidnapping attack studied in the field of cryptovirology, in which malware encrypts user data and asks for payment in exchange for the decryption key.

Of, relating to, or typical of extortion; extortionate.

someone who extorts; an extortionist

Someone who extorts; an extortioner.

Of, related to, or typifying extortion (“the practice of obtaining money or other property by the use of force or threats”). / Greatly exceeding what is moderate or reasonable; exorbitant.

In an extortionate manner; in a manner that greatly exceeds what is reasonable or moderate.

plural of extortionist

plural of extortioner

(obsolete) Committing extortion.