What is Angus Ransomware (Zeropadypt variant)?
If you have been tricked into executing the launcher of Angus Ransomware (Zeropadypt variant), your personal files must have been encrypted. Although no one in their right mind would install this dangerous infection, the attackers behind it could trick Windows users into executing it with the help of misleading emails or messages sent via messaging apps. Bundled downloaders and system security vulnerabilities could be exploited too. The infection is meant to slither in without notice because if the victim discovers it right away, they might be able to delete Angus Ransomware (Zeropadypt variant) before the damage is done. Unfortunately, most victims realize what has happened only after they discover that their personal files are unreadable or after the malicious threat removes itself. Although the threat is meant to destroy itself after encryption, it is possible that leftovers could exist, and so you want to examine your operating system thoroughly. First, let’s discuss the ransomware.
How does Angus Ransomware (Zeropadypt variant) work?
Angus Ransomware can be compared to Karl Ransomware, Hermes837 Ransomware, Seto Ransomware, GoRansom Ransomware, and many other infamous file-encrypting threats. Although differences exist, essentially, we are dealing with the same kind of malware, regardless of the actual infection that attacks. Ransomware is built to slither in, encrypt files, and then deliver demands. Of course, there are some infections that do not make any demands and are only created to mess with victims; however, such infections are rare. Most commonly, file-encrypting threats are used to encrypt files so that the attackers could demand money in return for decryptors. Angus Ransomware encrypts files in %USERPROFILE% and its subfolders, %APPDATA% and its subfolders, and %PROGRAMFILES(X86)%. Of course, if you have any personal files stored in these locations, you are in trouble. The only type of file that this malware avoids appears to be “.exe,” but photos, documents, and other kinds of personal files are encrypted, which renders them unreadable.
The ransom note file named “HowToDecrypt.txt” is created once files are encrypted and the monstrous “.email_[legion.developers72@gmail.com]id_[{unique code}].angus.zip” extension is added to their names. Copies of the file should be created everywhere where encrypted files exist. The purpose of the file is to inform victims that they can salvage the encrypted files using a special decryption tool. Of course, the attackers behind Angus Ransomware (Zeropadypt variant) have no interest in just giving it away. Instead, they want money for it, and while we do not know how much the attackers would demand from you, we are sure that the sum would not be small. Even if it was, we would not advise paying it. That is because the promises of cybercriminals are usually bogus and are made only to achieve preset goals. Angus Ransomware was created to convince Windows users to give up their money, and the attackers are willing to tell any lie just to get what they are after. Unfortunately, if you send your ID code to Legion.developers72@gmail.com and then pay the ransom, you are unlikely to obtain a decryptor. That is true for most file-encrypting malware, and that is why it is crucial to have backups of your files stored in a safe location outside the computer.
How to delete Angus Ransomware (Zeropadypt variant)
The only good thing in this entire situation is that you might not need to worry about the removal of Angus Ransomware (Zeropadypt variant). This threat should delete itself, but since no one can guarantee that that would happen, it is a good idea to inspect the operating system. If you believe that you can check your system for malware components, see the guide below, but do not forget to employ a trusted malware scanner afterward. Of course, we recommend that you install a reliable anti-malware program that could automatically inspect your system, identify threats, and, eventually, perform removal. The most important reason to implement this program, however, is full-time Windows protection. If you do not protect your system, a new infection could attack it before you can put two and two together. If you secure your system, and also backup all important files, you should be able to successfully evade file-encryptors and other dangerous threats in the future.
Removal Instructions
- Check the Desktop, the Downloads folder, and the %TEMP% directory for malicious files.
- If you can identify malicious files, immediately Delete them.
- Delete the copies of the ransom note file, HowToDecrypt.txt.
- Empty Recycle Bin and then install a trusted malware scanner.
- Run a thorough Windows scan and delete any threats that might be detected by the tool.
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