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Sometimes malicious programs have more than one name that they go by. For example, Payransom Ransomware is another computer infection that tries to make easy money out of unsuspecting users. Computer security experts know this application as Invisible Empire Ransomware. Technically, these are two names for the same program, and everything that is applied to Invisible Empire Ransomware can be applied to Payransom Ransomware, too. Your job right now is to remove this dangerous application from your computer because if you do not do that, you will not be able to access your files. To do that, you should refer to the instructions below this article. Read more »

.XTBL ransomware is the newest manifestation of malware that adds the .xtbl file extension when they encrypt files. Removing this and other ransomware in this family is a must to restore your computer’s security because it will render your valuable files useless. This ransomware’s purpose is to extort money from you, so you should not give in and fall into this trap. In this short article, we will overview how this ransomware is distributed, how it works, and how you can get rid of it. Read more »

Apparently, UltraCrypter Ransomware is the newest version of a Trojan infection called CryptXXX Ransomware. The malware encrypts user’s personal data just like the old variant. This time, the ones who created the infection demand a ransom of approximately 500 US dollars. If you do not wish to put up with these demands, you can eliminate the malware with the removal instructions available below. Furthermore, our specialists at Anti-spyware-101.com informs us that the ransomware could settle in your system with a help of a malicious tool called Angler Exploit Kit. At this point, you should worry not only about your encrypted data but also about the fact that your system is vulnerable to malware. In this situation, it is advisable to install a legitimate antimalware tool and scan your system. Read more »

If you have not employed authentic anti-malware software to protect your PC, and you personal files are not backed up, BlackShades Crypter Ransomware is your worst enemy. This clandestine threat slithers in and uses an encryption algorithm to encrypt certain files. Although it claims to use the RSA encryption algorithm, we cannot confirm this. Unfortunately, whichever encryption method is used, it is unlikely that you will be able to decrypt your files yourself. In fact, even third-party decryption software might be helpless against this threat. Although the ransom that this threat demands is not that big, paying it is risky because, after all, it was issued by cyber criminals, and it is unusual for them to help users in any way. In fact, many users dealing with ransomware infections warn that their payments are of no avail. Learn more about the risks associated with and the removal of BlackShades Crypter Ransomware within this report. Read more »

It could be one of the darkest days in the history of your computer’s life when you find out that Zyklon Locker Ransomware has attacked it. This Trojan ransomware seems very much like another known infection called GNL Locker Ransomware. This malware encrypts your most important document, image, and program files, which can only be recovered if you get hold of the private password. You should know that there may be complications even if you are willing to pay the demanded ransom fee. Remember that you are dealing with crooks and there could be technical issues as well. Therefore, according to our malware specialists at anti-spyware-101.com, the only real solution in this serious attack is if you have a saved copy of your files on an external hard disk or pen drive. Otherwise, it is quite possible that you will never be able to recover your files. This may sound quite shocking for you, but you should not hesitate to act. We believe that you should delete Zyklon Locker Ransomware immediately if you want to protect your system. Read more »

It does not take long to realize that JohnyCryptor Ransomware has invaded your operating system because this malicious infection changes the background of your Desktop with an intimidating message after encrypting your personal files. Besides encrypting personal files, such as photos, videos, music, documents, text files, and so on, it also encrypts executables (.exe files) rendering most applications unresponsive. Of course, the malicious ransomware does not touch the files in the %WINDIR% directory, as this could disrupt the running of the entire system. If you look at how this infection works and where it has originated from, it is easy to compare it with Saraswati Ransomware, also known as the Mahasaraswati Ransomware. Whichever one of these infections enters your operating system, you have to remove it as soon as possible. Unfortunately, deleting JohnyCryptor Ransomware or any other ransomware infection is never easy because it often involves making some hard decisions. Read more »

Mahasaraswati Ransomware (also known as Saraswati Ransomware) is a new ransomware infection that frequently infects unprotected computers these days. It is a new version of the ransomware infection in the CryptoEncoder family; however, it can be distinguished from others because it sets the image of the Indian goddess Saraswati as Desktop background. This is the only unique feature because Mahasaraswati Ransomware acts exactly like other well-known ransomware infections, for example, ODCODC Ransomware, zCrypt Ransomware, and Nemucod Ransomware. Researchers at anti-spyware-101.com have observed that it locks files immediately after it sneaks onto the computer and then asks users to pay a ransom for the decryption of files. We hope that we will help you to decide whether or not to pay money. Read more »

Saraswati is a holly symbol in the Hinduism world, but it is not that holly to the creators of the Saraswati Ransomware who have exploited the image of the goddess for malicious purposes. The image of the goddess appears on the desktop along with a message that tells you to keep calm and contact an email provided (mahasaraswati@india.com). Chances are that the creator of this malicious ransomware is located in India, but this could also be a trick to conceal the true location. Well, wherever these malicious malware distributors are located, they have developed the ransomware to get you. Some users rush to delete Saraswati Ransomware from their computers thinking that this is the only way to get their files decrypted. Unfortunately, that is not the case. Once this threat encrypts your files, the decryption key is hidden from you to force you into paying the ransom. Read more »

If you live in a country where Russian is the commonly spoken language, you might be targeted by the vicious Windows заблокирова malware. This devious infection was created by cyber criminals who care about nothing else but making a profit, and they are ready to do whatever it takes to get it. According to the research conducted in the Anti-Spyware-101.com lab, this suspicious infection might ask you to pay money after locking down your computer. Although the creators of this threat might convince you that this is the only way of regaining access to your computer, we believe there is a way out. You should continue reading this report to learn how this infection works and how to delete it from your operating system. Although it is crucial to remove Windows заблокирова from your PC as soon as possible, you can spare a few minutes that you will spend reading this report. Read more »

Being attacked by ODCODC Ransomware could be one of your worst days. This ransomware can slither onto your computer without your knowledge and encrypt all your most important personal files within mere seconds. Obviously, the criminals, who created this dangerous threat, offer you their “generous help” to recover your files if you are willing to pay the demanded ransom fee. Normally you cannot decrypt your files without the private key or the decryption key unless there is a free tool available on the web that cracks the key. Another method to recover your files is to keep a backup copy on a removable disk. However, in this particular case, you may have a third option that is due to a “mistake” this otherwise dangerous infection makes. We will share with you the details later on but first, let us tell you more about this vicious program and also, why our researchers suggest that you should remove ODCODC Ransomware right away. Read more »