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Files marked by an additional extension called .amnesia could only mean the user has encountered a file-encrypting malicious application known as Amnesia Ransomware. If you happen to be one of these unfortunate users, we advise you no to fund the hackers behind Amnesia Ransomware. We have no doubt they do not care they may have ruined files that could have been irreplaceable. Sadly, all they care about is how to make you pay a ransom. The hackers can promise to send decryption tools as soon as you make the payment, but who can guarantee they will bother to do so once your savings reach their account. Consequently, our specialists recommend using alternative recovery methods instead, e.g. backup files, copies on removable media devices, etc. Just firstly, it would be wise to delete the infection with the instructions located below or reliable antimalware software. However, if you still have doubts, it might be best to read the article first. Read more »

Mikoyan Ransomware, also known to be Mikoyan Encryptor, is a recently detected ransomware-type infection based on Hidden Tear, an open-source ransomware developed for educational purposes. At the time of writing, it is not spread actively, and, according to specialists working at anti-spyware-101.com, should not affect many users because it has been originally developed for testing and affects only one folder purposefully created by the developer of ransomware. Of course, no one knows what the future holds, so, theoretically, this infection might be updated and become prevalent. Are you reading this article because you have encountered this threat and found your files encrypted? If so, go to uninstall Mikoyan Ransomware without consideration and do not send a cent to its author for the decryption of files although it might seem to be the easiest way to get files back because there are no guarantees that your files will be unlocked for you or that you will receive a key for unlocking them. Read more »

AutoEncryptor Ransomware is a malicious computer infection whose ultimate goal is to obtain your money. Ransomware infections are created massively with the aim of making victims pay large sums of money, which vary approximately from 100 to 500 US dollars. The latest ransomware infections provide requirements to use the digital currency Bitcoins, which enables attackers' anonymity. In the case of AutoEncryptor Ransomware, the attackers seem to be unaware of the value of 1 bitcoin as they demand a 10.000 bitcoins release fee. This amount of money is more than 10 million US dollars. In general, a lot of unsuspecting computer users get trapped by ransomware and pay the money required, but the victims affected by the AutoEncryptor Ransomware are likely not able to afford their data recovery. All that you can do with the AutoEncryptor infection is remove it from the PC and take action to prevent similar future incidents. Read more »

Probably the worst that can happen in your virtual world is that a malware infection like Extractor Ransomware finds a way to penetrate it. This malicious program can slither onto your system without your noticing it and damage your files beyond recognition. In other words, this ransomware can encrypt your files with an algorithm to make them unusable for you. No wonder you cannot view or open any of your personal files, including your documents, photos, and archives. You may think that you can recover your files if you pay the ransom fee but, unfortunately, our research and our experience both indicate that there is little chance for you to get anything in return. Cyber crooks could not care less about your encrypted files and whether they remain inaccessible. We do not claim either that it never happens that your files can be decrypted after paying the demanded fee, but you should consider that you would support cybercrime this way. All in all, we advise you to remove Extractor Ransomware as soon as possible so that you can start rebuilding your system. Read more »

Pshcrypt Ransomware is yet another malicious file-encrypting application that has been roaming the web lately. If you ever happen to come across it, be sure to stay away from it at all costs. This is critical since having malware of this category could have devastating outcomes, to say the least. Just like any other application of this classification it can quickly and without any authorization lock massive amounts of your personal data. The worst thing about all of this is that in some instances your data could be compromised. In our article, we provide further information regarding the overall functionality of this ransomware. Additionally, you will find a few virtual security tips that will help you maintain a fully secure operating system at all times. Along such information, we also present a removal guide that will help you terminate Pshcrypt Ransomware once and for all in a quick and easy manner. Read more »

Jokers House Ransomware is yet another malicious program that you must avoid at all costs. That is so because programs of this classification can act in an extremely malicious manner. If you do not know much about ransomware applications, be aware of the fact that they are capable of locking personal data without any notification or authorization. In most cases, cyber crooks use such programs so they could profit illegally from unsuspecting users. To understand more about the overall functionality of this malware, make sure to read the rest of our detailed report. Alongside such information, we provide a few precautionary tips since in quite a few cases users infect their PC with this malicious program because they lack basic knowledge regarding virtual security. Below the report, you will also find a comprehensive removal guide that you should use as soon as Jokers House Ransomware is found up and running on your personal computer. Read more »

Crypt32mail.ru Ransomware seems to be a newer variant of a malicious file-encrypting program called Apocalypse Ransomware. Same as the older version the malware uses a strong cryptosystem called RSA; thus, all its affected files should become unusable. To recover the damaged data the infection’s creators might offer you a decryption tool. Needless to say, involving yourself with such people could be perilous since they will definitely try to extort money from you and there are no guarantees they will keep up to their promises. Therefore, our researchers at Anti-spyware-101.com advice erasing Crypt32mail.ru Ransomware with the instructions for manual removal placed below or with legitimate antimalware software. As for other details about the threat we encourage you to read the whole article. Read more »

Most probably it is one of the worst moments of your virtual life when you find that your file names have changed and now they have a .serp File Extension. This can affect most of your personal and other files since the related malware infection attacks hundreds of extensions. Our malware specialists at anti-spyware-101.com have identified this severe threat as Serpent Ransomware, which may also use ".serpent" file extension. Our research indicates that this malicious program was probably designed to target Danish computer users. Of course, this does not mean that you cannot find files with .serp File Extension on your system if you let this beast of a ransomware program infiltrate your system. Unfortunately, noticing this file extension also means that you may never be able to use the files again that have been taken hostage by this malware. Our experience and user reports confirm that it is always risky to believe that cyber criminals would send you the promised decryption tool or private key even if you transfer the demanded ransom fee. In this case the amount of money is rather high. You also need to consider that paying money to criminals equals supporting cyber crime. We recommend that you remove Serpent Ransomware before you start to delete .serp File Extension from your system. Read more »