What is KEYPASS Ransomware?
There are so many file-encryptors that their creators are now creating and applying new features. The malicious KEYPASS Ransomware is a perfect example of that. Although it is primarily a file-encrypting and ransom-demanding threat – just like most ransomware – it also could work as spyware because it has the functionality of a keylogger. Needless to say, this makes an already intimidating infection a real danger. It is not yet clear what kind of information the infection might attempt to record, but it is known that KEYPASS Ransomware removes itself after the encryption of files, and so it is unlikely that it would lurk on the computer for a long time just to record keystrokes in the hopes of obtaining credit card information, login data, or other sensitive details. All in all, you do not want to let your guard down. It is possible that you are in danger, and you want to make sure that every single malicious component is deleted successfully. First, scan your operating system to see what is going on.
How does KEYPASS Ransomware work?
Hopefully, malicious infections are not found on your operating system, which means that the devious KEYPASS Ransomware has deleted itself successfully. Needless to say, there is a possibility that other threats could have slithered in, and if that has happened, you want to eliminate them as soon as possible too. For now, let’s focus on the malicious ransomware. According to our Anti-Spyware-101.com research team, this malware is likely to slither in without your notice using spam emails, malicious downloaders, remote access channels, and similar security backdoors. After successful execution, the threat connects to a remote server, drops files to %TEMP% and %LOCALAPPDATA%, and injects into a remote process called “svchost.exe.” Afterward, it can act as a keylogger and encrypt personal files. It was found that KEYPASS Ransomware does not encrypt system files, but your personal photos, archives, videos, documents, or music files are not off limits. After encryption, the “.KEYPASS” extension is added to all affected files. You cannot restore files by removing the extension or the ransomware.
Although the creator of KEYPASS Ransomware does not want you to notice the invasion or the encryption process, they want you to be aware of the demands, which is why !!!KEYPASS_DECRYPTION_INFO!!!.txt is created in every folder that has encrypted files. The text in the file informs about the encryption and then about the decryption software and a private key that you, allegedly, need to get your files decrypted. The instructions in the message suggest emailing keypass@bitmessage.ch or keypass@india.com to receive a guide on how to pay a ransom of $300. Would you get a decryptor and would your files be recovered if you paid the ransom? Most likely, they would not, which is why we do not recommend paying attention to these demands. Instead, you want to focus on the removal of the infection. Of course, because KEYPASS Ransomware uses “delself.bat” to delete itself, it is unlikely that you will need to do anything, but because there are so many variables when it comes to malware, you want to be extra careful.
How to delete KEYPASS Ransomware
Did KEYPASS Ransomware remove itself? You can determine that by performing a full system scan. Use a legitimate malware scanner for that, and soon you will know if you need to worry about the leftovers of the ransomware or even other malicious infections. If malware is found, waste no time to get rid of it because it could be set up to spy on you, record login credentials, steal your money, or even download other malicious infections. Needless to say, getting rid of malicious infections manually is not always easy or straightforward. Because there is a good chance that you cannot delete KEYPASS Ransomware leftovers or other infections yourself, we advise installing anti-malware software instead. It will quickly scan your operating system and automatically remove all discovered threats. Do you have questions about anything discussed in this report? The comments section is open, and you can post your comments and questions there for our malware experts to address.
Removal Guide
- Delete recently downloaded suspicious files.
- Delete the !!!KEYPASS_DECRYPTION_INFO!!!.txt file (all copies require removal).
- Empty Recycle Bin.
- Scan your operating system one more time to check if leftovers do not exist.
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