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.kraussmfz Ransomware File Extension

.kraussmfz Ransomware File Extension

The .kraussmfz Ransomware File Extension is an extension that is added to the files corrupted by a malicious infection, popularly known by the name “IEncrypt Ransomware.” Unfortunately, this extension is customizable, and it is not universal. By that we mean that the extension can be created according to the target of cyber criminals. In this particular instance, the attackers are targeting a German-Chinese company known as “KRAUSS-MAFFEI,” which specializes in plastic extrusion machinery. Without a doubt, the infection can be customized and go after other kinds of companies, and when that happens, the extension can be customized as well. That being said, in this report, Anti-Spyware-101.com research team focuses on the version of the threat that adds the .kraussmfz Ransomware File Extension. Removing this extension is not difficult, but recovering files after they are encrypted might be impossible. To learn more about that and the removal of IEncrypt Ransomware, please continue reading. Read more »

.myjob File Extension Ransomware

.myjob File Extension Ransomware

When .myjob File Extension Ransomware slithers in and corrupts your personal files, it adds an additional extension to their original names: “id-{id}.[goodjob24@foxmail.com].myjob.” This extension includes a unique code that is given to every victim individually. It also includes an email address, about which we talk further in this report. Finally, it includes a final extension, “.myjob,” and this is where the name of the threat comes from. Needless to say, files are encrypted only after the malicious infection finds its way into an operating system. To slither in, its creator might employ misleading emails to trick victims into executing malware themselves. They could also exploit known vulnerabilities. In any case, when this infection slithers in, you will notice it. Besides attaching the unique extension to the corrupted files, it also creates files and launches a window to deliver a message. We suggest paying no attention to it because you need to focus on deleting .myjob File Extension Ransomware. Of course, note that your files will NOT be restored if you remove this malware. Read more »

.PUMA Ransomware File Extension

.PUMA Ransomware File Extension

Do not ignore the .PUMA Ransomware File Extension attached to your documents, archives, photos, and other kinds of personal files. This extension means that your Windows operating system was invaded by a malicious file-encryptor, known as Puma Ransomware. The “.puma” extension that is attached to the corrupted files, according to our research team, might vary depending on the version of the threat. If you find the “.pumas” or “.pumax” extension, you are dealing with the same threat. Unfortunately, your files will not be restored if you delete .PUMA Ransomware File Extension attaching malware, but that does not mean that removal is not important. On the contrary – this infection is incredibly dangerous, and the sooner you eliminate it from your operating system, the better. The good news is that you do not need to worry about the decryption of your files, as a free decryptor already exists. Research and download it carefully because you do not want to install another malicious threat. Read more »

Tizer78224 Ransomware

Tizer78224 Ransomware is a malicious computer infection that encrypts target files with a strong encryption algorithm and then demands a ransom to be paid. It is part of the never-ending ransomware epidemic, and users have to be strong and alert if they want to fight such infections.

Although Tizer78224 Ransomware isn’t a high-profile infection, it can still inflict significant damage, so you should not take it lightly. If you were infected with this program, please scroll down to the bottom of this description for the manual removal instructions. Remove Tizer78224 Ransomware as soon as possible, and then protect your system from similar intruders in the future. Read more »

DNSMessenger

DNSMessenger

DNSMessenger is a malicious computer infection that can be employed by other threats to download additional malware programs onto the target system. This Trojan works without any additional files, so it might not be easy to notice that something is wrong. In fact, you may not notice that until it is too late and your system is infected with many other programs. Hence, you should run regular system scans with a licensed antispyware program that would help you detect and remove DNSMessenger immediately. You will find the manual removal instructions at the bottom of this description, but if you do not want to deal with that on your own, you can always invest in a security tool. Read more »

PBot

PBot is an adware program that is sometimes hard to pinpoint. It is an old release, but it wouldn’t be surprising if we were to find it somewhere out there, collecting information on user’s web browsing habits. Although adware is not a direct computer security threat, it can still cause multiple security issues, and that is why you should remove PBot from your computer as soon as possible. If you are not sure whether you have this adware on-board or not you can perform a full system scan with a powerful antispyware tool. Read more »

Scarab-Ukrain Ransomware

Scarab-Ukrain Ransomware is a malicious infection from the Scarab Ransomware family. There are multiple programs in this group, and they often target a specific user group. Judging from the name of this infection, we can assume that Scarab-Ukrain Ransomware targets users in Ukraine. However, you have to remember that malware doesn’t recognize national borders. It means that Scarab-Ukrain Ransomware could reach anyone out there, and you have to be ready to fight it. Scroll down to the bottom of this description for the manual removal instructions, and do not forget to get yourself a licensed antispyware tool that would help you with other malware removal. Read more »

WannaOof Ransomware

WannaOof Ransomware

WannaOof Ransomware changes computer’s Desktop wallpaper, encrypts pictures, documents, and other user’s personal files, and shows a ransom note asking to pay in Bitcoins or Dogecoins. As always, the ransomware’s developers may claim the user will receive a decryptor in return, but we recommend not to trust them blindly. There are cases when users do not hear from cybercriminals anymore even though they pay the requested sum on time. If you do not want to risk being scammed, you should look for other ways to recover your files. For instance, you could replace encrypted data with backup copies. Needless to say, you should erase WannaOof Ransomware first to make sure it is safe to upload copies or create new files on the computer. To delete it, you could either use the instructions available below or install a legitimate antimalware tool of your choice. Read more »

.crypted034 Ransomware

Ransomware infections have been so prevalent that perhaps everyone has heard about them by now. If you happen to encounter .crypted034 Ransomware, you probably know what to expect from it, as it is your average ransomware infection that behaves like any other program from the same category. To put it simply, .crypted034 Ransomware encrypts target files, and then expects you to pay for the decryption key. The point is that there is no need to pay money for something this infection probably cannot even deliver. Simply remove .crypted034 Ransomware from your system immediately, and then make sure that you do not get infected by a similar intruder again. Read more »

sebastiennolet92@gmail.com Ransomware

sebastiennolet92@gmail.com Ransomware

Sebastiennolet92@gmail.com Ransomware is one of those dangerous infections that come under several different names. We know for sure that this program is also known as the MoWare H.F.D Ransomware infection. Therefore, the removal instructions we have discussed in our article about MoWare H.F.D Ransomware can be applied to Sebastiennolet92@gmail.com Ransomware, as well.

However, despite the fact that this program doesn’t bring anything new to us, it doesn’t mean we should take it lightly. It is still a dangerous infection that can encrypt your files, and thus, the sooner you remove Sebastiennolet92@gmail.com Ransomware from your computer, the better. Read more »