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ViaCrypt Ransomware is a threat first detected at the end of June, 2017 by malware analysts. It enters computers to encrypt files and then tells users to enter a decryption key to restore them. Unfortunately, it is not so easy to get this key, but it seems that ViaCrypt Ransomware does not act like other ransomware-type infections do. That is, it does not demand money in exchange for the decryption key. Well, at least the version analyzed by specialists at anti-spyware-101.com does not even mention a ransom. To be frank, we cannot guarantee that all the users who encounter ViaCrypt Ransomware will need to go to unlock their files. It seems that there is a version that does not encrypt a single file after the entrance, so you should first check files stored on your PC first before taking action. If you encounter the version that does not lock personal data, all you need to do is to remove the ransomware infection from the system. That is, you do not even need to go to acquire the decryption key. You will find more about the removal of this ransomware infection at the end of this article. Read more »

We are usually dealing with ransomware programs that allow us or should allow us to restore the affected files to some extent. However, Petna Ransomware just tries to pass for a ransomware program, while in fact it is a so-called “wiper” that can successfully wipe out most of your files. Therefore, there is no way to decrypt the affected files, and the only thing you can do about Petna Ransomware is remove it. And even for that, we would recommend contacting professional computer security specialists because by having this infection on your computer you have become a victim of a global malware attack. Read more »

Cyber security experts at Anti-spyware-101.com have recently come across a new ransomware-type computer infection called SkullLocker Screenlocker. Apparently, this application was designed to lock the screen of your PC and, thus, prevent you from using it. While this application has been classified as ransomware, testing has shown that this program does not demand that you send its creators money to unlock your PC’s screen. Hence, it locks your PC for the sake of locking it, and you are left to deal with it somehow on your own. Luckily, this program is very primitive, and you can bypass its lock screen and remove without too much effort. We have a guide on how to get rid of it below, but if you want to find out more about it, please read this whole article. Read more »

Cryptodark Ransomware is a recently detected malicious application. Unlike ransomware infections previously analyzed by researchers working at anti-spyware-101.com, it does not encrypt files at the time of writing; however, despite this finding, it has still been classified as ransomware because it demands money. Have you encountered this threat too? If so, do not send a cent to the cyber criminals’ Bitcoin address despite the fact that a window with a ransom note has covered your Desktop because it can be easily removed and, additionally, it is very likely that none of your files have been locked. What you should do instead is to remove the ransomware infection from your system fully. Before you take action, you need to close the window opened on your screen by Cryptodark Ransomware so that it would be possible to remove all its components. This can be done by right-clicking on the icon of the ransomware infection located on the Taskbar and selecting “Close window.” Also, since this threat does not automatically start with the Windows OS, it should be enough to restart the computer to be able to access Desktop freely. Read more »

Our malware analysts have recently discovered a new ransomware-type computer infection that was dubbed Kryptonite Ransomware. This application was designed by cyber criminals to encrypt most of the files on your PC and then demand that you pay money to recover them. You can get it accidentally by installing a game, but not much is known about the nature of its distribution. Its encryption algorithm is regarded as very secure, so decrypting your files with a free third-party decryption tool might not work. However, paying the ransom is not an option as the required features to do that do not work. To learn more about this ransomware, please continue reading. Read more »

Wannacry 3.0 ransomware is the latest version of the damaging infection that made news in May 2017 when over 200,000 computer in 150 countries were compromised. The Wannacry 3.0 ransomware should be removed from the computer without a doubt. There is no point in following the demands displayed by some remote attackers to pay a ransom fee in order to regain access to encrypted files. Nobody can guarantee that the attackers will keep their promise. Wannacry 3.0 ransomware is a dangerous threat, and interested readers are invited to continue reading to learn more about this devastating infection. Read more »

SOREBRECT Ransomware is a new and unique ransomware-type computer infection that can infect your computer secretly and encrypt your files with an AES-256-bit encryption algorithm. Therefore, removing it is crucial, but it can be too late as this program is set to encrypt your files right after the infection. Its creators want you to pay money for a decryption tool to recover your files. However, you should know that you may not receive the promised decryptor after you pay. This ransomware is bad news and is one of the most malicious programs currently out there. If you want to find out more about it, please continue reading. Read more »