Monthly Archives: March 2017 - Page 7

Malware researchers spotted a new ransomware infection Gc47 Ransomware on the 7th of March, 2017. There is no information about the developers of this malicious application available, but specialists are sure that it has been created on the basis of the source code of an open-source ransomware called Hidden Tear. It is one of these ransomware-type threats which slither onto computers with the intention of encrypting users’ personal files. The only reason it acts the way it does is to obtain money from users. Because of this, it scans the machine after the successful entrance and then encrypts files using the AES-256 encryption algorithm. Users can be sure that Gc47 Ransomware is inside their systems if they have noticed the message box “Error Code, <41362>” or “You need to upgrade your windows!” before finding all personal files encrypted. Even though this computer infection executes the command cmd.exe /C choice /C Y /N /D Y /T 1 & Del and deletes its own executable file once it finishes doing its main job, i.e. encrypting users’ files, it does not mean that users do not need to do anything. According to researchers at anti-spyware-101.com, a malicious file users have launched is still located in some kind of folder on the affected computer, so users need to find and delete it. It is a must to do that because it might be opened accidentally again. This would result in the encryption of personal data once more. Read more »

Enjey Crypter Ransomware is another file-encrypting application similar to threats like Crysis Ransomware. It is reported the malware should be distributed via Spam emails, so users have to watch out for suspicious attachments coming from unknown sources. If you opened such a file by mistake and the computer got infected with this malicious program, we urge you to learn more about it by reading this report. In the article, we will discuss both the threat’s working manner and its removal. Plus, to make it easier for users to erase Enjey Crypter Ransomware manually we are placing deletion instructions just below the text, so you can simply slide below if you want to get rid of the infection as fast as possible. However, if the process seems to be a bit too complicated for you to handle, you should better use a reliable antimalware tool instead. Read more »

Malicious software analysts at Anti-spyware-101.com have recently tested a ransomware called Redants Ransomware. It is a highly malicious computer infection that you ought to remove because it can encrypt your files with an advanced encryption algorithm and then drop a text file that might be a ransom note. However, it appears that this program is still in development, so some of it is incomplete, and the other half is semi-functional. Still, its full version might soon come out, and it is important for everyone to know what they are dealing with. The test version was distributed at some point, so if your PC has become infected with it, then we invite you to read this whole article. Read more »

Sardoninir Ransomware is one more malicious program that is extremely dangerous. If by any chance you ever encounter this malware make sure to avoid at all costs. If you are not familiar with ransomware programs, you should know that they are among the most dangerous computer infections that could affect your operating system. That is so because they can lock enormous amounts of data without requiring any authorization whatsoever. This category of infections is quite popular as they allow cyber crooks to profit illegally in a relatively easy manner. Since in quite a few cases users lack basic knowledge regarding virtual security, we provide expert security tips coming from researchers at Anti-Spyware-101.com, which should help you maintain a clean and secure system at all times. In our report, you will also find in-depth information regarding the overall functionality of Sardoninir Ransomware along with its detailed removal guide that must be used right away if this malware is already active on your PC. Read more »

CryptoJacky Ransomware is a computer infection that should not be allowed to remain on your computer. We are sure that you want to remove CryptoJacky Ransomware from the system as soon as possible, but the intrusive nature of this application may make it hard to terminate it on your own. Therefore, please scroll down to the bottom of this description for the manual removal instructions, although the best option on your list is to employ a legitimate antispyware tool. An automated security application will terminate all the malicious files, and it will also protect your computer against other potential threats. Read more »

You should know that there is only one thing that you should do about a program that goes by the name of KRider Ransomware and that is its complete removal. This malicious application must be terminated as soon as possible if it is ever found up and running your personal computer. This is paramount since, like any other ransomware program, it can encrypt an alarming amount of personal files without any notification or authorization. It should be more than obvious that having this malware active just for a short period could have devastating outcomes. In this article, we provide further information regarding the devious functionality of this malicious program along with information regarding its distribution. Additionally, you will find virtual security tips and a detailed removal guide that will help you delete KRider Ransomware once and for all. Read more »

Rozalocker Ransomware is a new dangerous threat whose entrance results in the encryption of personal files. Unfortunately, at the time of writing, it is impossible to decrypt those files without the special decryption key. Cyber criminals behind this ransomware infection, of course, give users an offer to purchase this key and get files back. Judging from the language used by this malicious application, it targets Russian-speaking users mainly, so it does not surprise us at all that the majority of victims live in Russia. No matter where you live, you will discover that it is impossible to access personal files, e.g. documents, pictures, videos, and music files if Rozalocker Ransomware successfully enters the computer. Purchasing the decryption key is not a good solution to the problem even if extremely important files have been locked and you need to get them back badly. What users surely need to do is to go to delete Rozalocker Ransomware fully. Read more »