Files marked by an additional extension called .amnesia could only mean the user has encountered a file-encrypting malicious application known as Amnesia Ransomware. If you happen to be one of these unfortunate users, we advise you no to fund the hackers behind Amnesia Ransomware. We have no doubt they do not care they may have ruined files that could have been irreplaceable. Sadly, all they care about is how to make you pay a ransom. The hackers can promise to send decryption tools as soon as you make the payment, but who can guarantee they will bother to do so once your savings reach their account. Consequently, our specialists recommend using alternative recovery methods instead, e.g. backup files, copies on removable media devices, etc. Just firstly, it would be wise to delete the infection with the instructions located below or reliable antimalware software. However, if you still have doubts, it might be best to read the article first. Read more »
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Mikoyan Ransomware
Mikoyan Ransomware, also known to be Mikoyan Encryptor, is a recently detected ransomware-type infection based on Hidden Tear, an open-source ransomware developed for educational purposes. At the time of writing, it is not spread actively, and, according to specialists working at anti-spyware-101.com, should not affect many users because it has been originally developed for testing and affects only one folder purposefully created by the developer of ransomware. Of course, no one knows what the future holds, so, theoretically, this infection might be updated and become prevalent. Are you reading this article because you have encountered this threat and found your files encrypted? If so, go to uninstall Mikoyan Ransomware without consideration and do not send a cent to its author for the decryption of files although it might seem to be the easiest way to get files back because there are no guarantees that your files will be unlocked for you or that you will receive a key for unlocking them. Read more »
AutoEncryptor Ransomware
AutoEncryptor Ransomware is a malicious computer infection whose ultimate goal is to obtain your money. Ransomware infections are created massively with the aim of making victims pay large sums of money, which vary approximately from 100 to 500 US dollars. The latest ransomware infections provide requirements to use the digital currency Bitcoins, which enables attackers' anonymity. In the case of AutoEncryptor Ransomware, the attackers seem to be unaware of the value of 1 bitcoin as they demand a 10.000 bitcoins release fee. This amount of money is more than 10 million US dollars. In general, a lot of unsuspecting computer users get trapped by ransomware and pay the money required, but the victims affected by the AutoEncryptor Ransomware are likely not able to afford their data recovery. All that you can do with the AutoEncryptor infection is remove it from the PC and take action to prevent similar future incidents. Read more »
Extractor Ransomware
Probably the worst that can happen in your virtual world is that a malware infection like Extractor Ransomware finds a way to penetrate it. This malicious program can slither onto your system without your noticing it and damage your files beyond recognition. In other words, this ransomware can encrypt your files with an algorithm to make them unusable for you. No wonder you cannot view or open any of your personal files, including your documents, photos, and archives. You may think that you can recover your files if you pay the ransom fee but, unfortunately, our research and our experience both indicate that there is little chance for you to get anything in return. Cyber crooks could not care less about your encrypted files and whether they remain inaccessible. We do not claim either that it never happens that your files can be decrypted after paying the demanded fee, but you should consider that you would support cybercrime this way. All in all, we advise you to remove Extractor Ransomware as soon as possible so that you can start rebuilding your system. Read more »
Developer Mode Extensions
In this report, we would like to talk about Google Chrome’s Developer Mode feature and the so-called Developer Mode Extensions. It is quite obvious the mentioned feature was created for add-ons’ developers rather than their users. While it may seem like a useful tool for testing designed applications, the research shows this feature might be abused by unreliable programs to bypass the browser’s security. Therefore, if your default browser is Google Chrome and you have not yet heard about such settings, we would advise you to read this article carefully so you would know how to identify potential threats and protect the system from Developer Mode Extensions that could put your computer in danger. Those who encounter such applications could get rid of them manually as it is shown in the instructions located at the end of the article. Read more »
Pshcrypt Ransomware
Pshcrypt Ransomware is yet another malicious file-encrypting application that has been roaming the web lately. If you ever happen to come across it, be sure to stay away from it at all costs. This is critical since having malware of this category could have devastating outcomes, to say the least. Just like any other application of this classification it can quickly and without any authorization lock massive amounts of your personal data. The worst thing about all of this is that in some instances your data could be compromised. In our article, we provide further information regarding the overall functionality of this ransomware. Additionally, you will find a few virtual security tips that will help you maintain a fully secure operating system at all times. Along such information, we also present a removal guide that will help you terminate Pshcrypt Ransomware once and for all in a quick and easy manner. Read more »
Fixit Pc Cleaner
Fixit Pc Cleaner is an application promoted as a powerful registry scanner/system optimizer. It promises to improve the performance of users’ computers by cleaning the system registry and fixing other PC issues which might affect the overall performance of the computer in a negative way. Since Fixit Pc Cleaner is promoted as a beneficial application, some users install it willingly on their computers; however, you should be aware of the fact that this program can enter computers illegally too. It is one of the main reasons specialists working at anti-spyware-101.com have decided to call this program a potentially unwanted program (PUP). It is, unfortunately, not the only reason that exists. As you have probably already understood, Fixit Pc Cleaner is not a program that can be trusted fully, so if you have already installed it/discovered it installed on your system, you should go to remove it. You will not regret doing that because a free version of this PC optimizer/registry cleaner does not do much. If it happens that we manage to convince you that you are better off without this program, take action right after reading the last sentence of this article. Read more »
Search.myprivacy.zone
Search.myprivacy.zone is a suspicious search provider that can be represented via the New Tab of your Google Chrome browser once you install an unreliable extension. If you enter the name of the provider into search and go to the “About” section, you will be shown an installer that is originally found at chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/my-privacy-zone/lfghbofobgfbemfjiialbdfccgjiilck. Surprisingly, a different version (possibly, unofficial) is represented via chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/my-privacy-search/mdighcjpdamikbcempmajdeaibagmccm. The “official” installer represents an add-on called “My Privacy Zone,” and the “unofficial” installer represents “My Privacy Search.” Regardless of which one of these two you install, your New Tab will be corrupted by the same hijacker. Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers strongly advise removing Search.myprivacy.zone because it is not as innocent as it might appear to be at first. If you cannot wait to get rid of this hijacker, check out the guide below, but we recommend reading this report first because it discusses how dangerous the seemingly-harmless search tool can truly be. Read more »
Jokers House Ransomware
Jokers House Ransomware is yet another malicious program that you must avoid at all costs. That is so because programs of this classification can act in an extremely malicious manner. If you do not know much about ransomware applications, be aware of the fact that they are capable of locking personal data without any notification or authorization. In most cases, cyber crooks use such programs so they could profit illegally from unsuspecting users. To understand more about the overall functionality of this malware, make sure to read the rest of our detailed report. Alongside such information, we provide a few precautionary tips since in quite a few cases users infect their PC with this malicious program because they lack basic knowledge regarding virtual security. Below the report, you will also find a comprehensive removal guide that you should use as soon as Jokers House Ransomware is found up and running on your personal computer. Read more »
MyFileConvert Toolbar
MyFileConvert Toolbar is a new member in the family of Mindspark toolbars. These toolbars are developed by Mindspark Interactive Network, Inc., and they usually arrive on computers as browsers extensions. Only Internet Explorer users will not find a new extension in the Toolbars and Extensions menu if they encounter a Mindspark toolbar because an ordinary application is installed on the system to affect this browser – it is listed in Control Panel. MyFileConvert Toolbar acts the same no matter if you download it from http://www.mytransitmapper.com/index.jhtml, its official website, it arrives on your PC in a software bundle with freeware, or it is installed the second you click on a pop-up advertisement promoting it. It does not surprise specialists at all that a number of users who download Mindspark toolbars willingly is growing because they are all presented as beneficial software and have official websites which add credibility. Unfortunately, users, no matter they download MyFileConvert Toolbar voluntarily or they find it installed on their PCs without their knowledge, do not usually suspect that a Mindspark toolbar active on their systems cannot be called fully trustworthy software. Specialists have decided to classify all these toolbars as potentially unwanted software. These browser plugins are not malicious applications, and they are not harmful at all if compared to malware; however, they might still start acting in an undesirable way, so keeping them installed is not such a good idea. Of course, we leave the final decision making in your hands. Read more »