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eBayWall Ransomware is a new and unique ransomware-type infection that infects computers by stealth, encrypts the files on it and then demands an outrageous sum of money to be paid for them to be decrypted. Needless to say, this ransomware must be removed because there is no free decryption tool. So, what you can do if you fall victim to this ransomware is restore as many of your files from backup drives. This program targets the computers of average people but asks for so much money that is impossible to pay for most. This malware’s developers want to put the blame on the e-commerce site eBay for all of the infections as it is this company’s fault that hundreds and even thousands of PC’s were infected as a result of its policies. In this article, we will discuss how this ransomware works, how it is distributed, and how you can get rid of it safely. Read more »

Unguarded operating systems are the prime target for the devious Scotch Tape Locker Ransomware. This malicious threat can slither into the operating system using all kinds of security backdoors, including misleading spam emails and malicious installers. On top of that, this ransomware could be downloaded onto the operating system by other infections. Needless to say, if this is the case, you need to identify and remove these infections also. In this report, however, we focus on deleting Scotch Tape Locker Ransomware, and the sooner you do this, the better. What if you manage to unlock your PC? If you do not get rid of the malicious ransomware, your operating system will remain at risk of being paralyzed. On top of that, malicious infections could perform in various different ways. If you want nothing else but to eliminate the ransomware, check out the instructions below, but we recommend reading this report first to learn more about the infection. The knowledge you gain could serve you in the future. Read more »

If you no longer have access to your files, it is a major indication a ransomware program is fully active on your personal computer. One such application that currently roams the web is known as Diablo6 ransomware.  If you ever happen to encounter this devious program be sure to do everything that you can to avoid it as it is capable of extremely malicious functionality. Just like any other application of this classification, it can quickly and silently encrypt tons of files sorted on the affected computer without any notification or authorization. To help you avoid this or any other malicious program, we present a few simple yet extremely effective virtual security tips. Also, you will find further information about the inner workings of this malware along with its detailed removal guide that will help you delete Diablo6 ransomware in just a few simple steps. Read more »

If A1Lock Ransomware can slither onto your system, it is quite possible that you will lose most of your personal files, including your photos and documents, as this vicious program can encrypt these in order to demand a certain ransom fee. Our malware specialists at anti-spyware-101.com say that it is always risky to transfer any money to cyber criminals for a supposed decryption key because they very rarely deliver or care at all. Once they have your money, you may not hear of them again, or what is worse, you may simply find yourself in the center of another malicious attack and you could be asked again to pay money to be able to use your computer or your files. We encourage you to regularly save backups of your most important files so that you can recover them after such a severe attack. Our specialists have found that this malicious program is indeed a new version built on an old infection called Globe Ransomware. If you find out that this threat has attacked you, we recommend that you remove A1Lock Ransomware right away even if it would mean losing your files. Of course, it is up to you how you decide; your money, your files. Before we tell you how you can eliminate this ugly threat, let us tell you more about it so that you may be able to avoid the next attack. Read more »