Have you noticed an odd extension added to files? If the extension in question is .aaa, then you have been infected with a new variant of CryptoWall ransomware. Lately, there has been an onslaught of infections that encrypt user’s files and then demand a ransom. CryptoWall is just one of the many malicious programs from the group. We have seen such malicious infections as CryptoDefense Virus, CryptoLocker Virus, TorLocker Virus, CTB-Locker, and so on. All of them have specific features, and they affect your files in the individual way. The CryptoWall .aaa Extension happens to be a constituent part of the CryptoWall infection. Read more »
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Trojan.Lockscreen
If your system is not protected from malware enough, you might notice one day that Trojan.Lockscreen, which is a serious computer infection, has entered your system. Yes, it might sound unlikely that it is possible to notice when Trojan enters the system, but it is true. Users who have already encountered Trojan.Lockscreen claim that the first thing which signals that Trojan.Lockscreen is on your computer is the screen-sized warning message. It will lock your screen and you will not be able to access any of your programs or documents. In addition, your Task Manager will be blocked too. This is mainly done in order to convince you that there is something wrong with your system and, of course, not allow users to get rid of Trojan.Lockscreen easily. Specialists working at anti-spyware-101.com know how to eliminate this threat from the system. They are ready to share their knowledge with you. Read more »
RaaS Ransomware
The first symptom that RaaS Ransomware has entered the system is the inability to access documents, pictures, and other files. Ransomware infections are designed to do that because people behind them seek to obtain money from innocent computer users. In case of RaaS Ransomware, this infection can be bought by anyone seeking to earn money because it is promoted on the Tor network. As you can see, it is impossible to know what is behind RaaS Ransomware; however, we definitely know that it is very prevalent and you have to take care of your system’s safety in case you do not want to encounter it. Have you already noticed that the majority of your files are encrypted? If so, there is no doubt that RaaS Ransomware has been used against you. This infection disappears after it does its main job, so there is nothing to remove. Read more »
Trojan.Autoit.CKU
Trojan.Autoit.CKU is a dangerous Trojan horse that you cannot keep on your computer if you do not want to lose control of your PC. If you detect the presence of this Trojan, you need to act immediately. The more time it stays active, the more damage it can do to your system and your files. If you are infected with this invasive Trojan, it will not be the only threat you may find on your computer. This Trojan can download other malware infections and expose your personal details and other sensitive information to cyber criminals. It is vital that you understand what you are up against with regard to the damage this Trojan can cause to your computer. By the end of our report you will also learn how to remove Trojan.Autoit.CKU before it cripples your system and leaves you no choice but reinstalling your Windows operating system after reformatting your hard drive. We surely believe that you want to avoid that. Read more »
FileCoder Ransomware
When your desktop turns black all of a sudden, it must spook you quite a lot. Also, it is easy to understand that you have been infected with a malicious infection. This is exactly what FileCoder Ransomware is all about. This computer threat enters your system uninvited and turns it into chaos. The program has the ability to encrypt most of your files, thus successfully blocking you from accessing your documents. You must remove FileCoder Ransomware immediately to save yourself and your computer from malicious exploitation. What’s more, you should definitely invest in a computer security application because that would be the most efficient way to protect your PC from similar infections. Read more »
VirLock Ransomware
If your desktop gets locked and you find a “Your Computer Was Automatically Blocked” message covering the whole screen, you may have been infected with a malicious program called VirLock Ransomware. The presence of this ransomware means that all your executable and even your personal files have been encrypted, and you have been blocked from running any programs. Allegedly, you can decrypt your files once you pay the ransom of 250USD. But, we would recommend that you do not pay any money because it cannot be guaranteed that you can ever recover your files. You need to understand what you are up against if you are infected with this dangerous ransomware. Please read our full report in order to learn more and how you can remove VirLock Ransomware from your system. Read more »
Trojan.Fbook
Trojan.Fbook is a severe threat to your privacy and to the health of your operating system; therefore, it is important that you remove it as soon as possible. Once this infection is activated on your PC, it opens a backdoor and might download more malicious infections. What is more, Trojan.Fbook can let its creator access your computer and take over the control. These are very serious issues that can only be handled by removing Trojan.Fbook and any other possible infections from your system. Please read our full report to figure out more about this vicious Trojan and how you can delete it. Read more »
Locker Virus
Locker Virus is a dangerous computer infection that comes to your system to rip you off. This malicious program encrypts most of your files and then is very explicit about what it wants you to do. It is quite obvious that you should never pay a single cent to Locker Virus. In fact, you should remove Locker Virus from your system as soon as possible. Read more »
Tox Ransomware
Tox Ransomware is the infection you do not want to face. Unfortunately, this infection was created by cyber criminals who known how to infiltrate this infection into as many operating systems as possible. They could even use different distribution methods, which is why it is very difficult to predict how this threat will corrupt your operating system. Even though some methods could help this malicious threat enter your PC without your permission, it is not unnoticeable once installed. Immediately after execution, Tox Ransomware encrypts your personal files and introduces you to a browser screen suggesting that you need to pay money in order to have your personal files back. On top of that, this infection adds itself to the system startup. Unfortunately, you will not restore your files by removing Tox Ransomware; however, deleting this program is extremely important. Read more »
Bitcryptor Virus
The malicious Bitcryptor Virus is not a new infection. This is just a new version of the clandestine Cryptolocker virus, and our researchers have found that it is most similar to the recently reported CoinVault ransomware. Anti-Spyware-101.com malware analysts have found that Bitcryptor Virus can change its name, which can create removal issues. Of course, if you do not delete this threat, you will be exposed to much more serious security issues, which is why we recommend removing Bitcryptor Virus as soon as possible. Unfortunately, most computer users choose to delay the removal of this threat because it encrypts personal files. Read more »