Anti-spyware 101

Okean-1955@india.com Ransomware is a rather troublesome malicious application that might encipher not only user’s personal data but also third-party software on the computer. It appears to be that the malware uses a strong encryption algorithm know as RSA-2048. According to the note left by the cyber criminals, users can decrypt their data if they contact them in 24 hours. As you realize, the decryption tools might be pricey, and there are no guarantees you will get them after paying the ransom. Thus, you may want to remember if you made any copies of the data that got encrypted. Firstly, we would advise you to clean the system and delete any malicious data of Okean-1955@india.com Ransomware that could be left on the computer. You could either install a legitimate security tool or use the manual removal instructions placed below the text. Read more »

Shark Ransomware is a recently discovered malicious application whose purpose is to encrypt the files stored on your computer’s hard drive and demand that you pay a ransom for the password needed to decrypt them. However, you should remove it instead because your files may not be worth the asked sum of money or you might not get the password after you have paid. In short, there are no guarantees that you will get the password. For more information on this infection, we invite you to read this full description. Read more »

PokemonGo Ransomware has nothing to do with the popular game as it is a malicious program created to extort money from its victims. Apparently, it targets user’s private data that could be enciphered while using the AES encryption algorithm. Unfortunately, the malware might encrypt not only your private data but also gain access to the system. Thus, it is advisable to delete the infection as soon as possible. Luckily, our researchers tested the malicious application and learned how to erase it manually. Accordingly, we prepared a manual removal guide that is available below the text. However, if you want to understand fully how the ransomware works or how it is distributed, you should read the rest of the article. Read more »

Troldesh Ransomware is also known as Shade Ransomware, and it primarily targets users who speak Russian. Unfortunately, this threat has the potential to invade operating systems in different regions because the notification associated with it can also be introduced to you in English. This notification is displayed via an image that replaces your usual Desktop wallpaper. This replacement is initiated as soon as this threat is executed and done encrypting the files found on your PC. As you might have found out yourself, this threat does not corrupt system files that you can easily replace. No, this threat goes after your personal files, and it is likely that you will be more willing to pay the ransom requested by cyber criminals if you find your personal files in jeopardy. Are your files backed up on an external drive or online? If they are, you can remove Troldesh Ransomware in no time. If they are not, you have to be careful about the steps you take. Read more »

Unlock92 Ransomware was created by the developers of the infamous KozyJozy Ransomware. Both of these malicious infections target users who speak Russian, and so it is likely that its victims will be located in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and other Russian-speaking countries. At the moment, this malware is primarily spread via corrupted spam emails that contain malicious attachments. If you open the attachment, the infection is automatically executed, and the encryption of files begins. The encryption key is created along with the decryption key; however, it is hidden from users. Due to this, your files will become “unreadable” until you obtain the key. Needless to say, cyber criminals use this opportunity to make a profit, and they set out to demand a crazy sum of money from you. The problem is that many users find their files irreplaceable, and they are willing to pay the money. Continue reading to learn why paying the ransom is a bad idea, as well as how to remove Unlock92 Ransomware. Read more »

XRat Ransomware comes from the same family as the infamous Xorist Ransomware. According to the tests conducted in the Anti-Spyware-101.com internal lab, this infection encrypts files using the Tiny Encryption Algorithm (TEA) cipher, which is rarely used by ransomware infections. The encryption is performed silently, and the infection has to be executed on your PC for this process to be initiated. It appears that this threat is usually spread via spam email attachments, and the victim has to open the corrupted attachment to execute the infection. Needless to say, the email containing the launcher is misleading, and you are likely to be made believe that the attachment represents an important document or a fun image. Once the threat is executed, you are likely to recognize its existence only after your files are encrypted. If that happens, you should not rush to remove XRat Ransomware or follow the demands introduced to you by cyber criminals. The first thing you should do is read this report. Read more »