OmniSphere ransomware hits your files for ransomThreat SummaryCrypto-malware proliferation techniquesRemove OmniSphere virus and recover your data There is no surprise that the ransom note contains instructions on how to contact and pay cyber criminals to get locked data back. The criminals suggest buying an OmniSphere decryptor from them. The .txt file instructs to download Tor browser and open a provided URL. Once the victim does that, one needs to upload the second file created by ransomware – unique_decrypt....

The _readme.txt notes also suggest that all of victim’s files, including photos, videos, archives, documents and databases have been encrypted with strongest encryption algorithm and unique key generated for the victim. Clearly, this is a huge damage since we all keep important files on our computers – study or work related as well as personal memories. The note goes on to explain that the only method to recover files is by paying up what the crooks demand, and leave two email addresses so that the victim could write a message to them – support@sysmail....

In other words, the operators of SHGV ransomware virus try to extort you after corrupting all of your files with their malicious software. The virus they use for this matter uses a combination of robust encryption algorithms – Salsa20 additionally secured with RSA-2048 – to make your files inaccessible. While encryption is designed to secure information (such as online communications or military-grade secrets), the cybercriminals use it for malevolent purpose....

Umobile-security.com could damage your Apple devicePUAs are jeopardizing your privacyPreventing PUAs from entering your systemRemove Umobile-security.com pop-upsGuide for iPhone users (Safari) As previously mentioned, once upon visiting the site, the victim is informed that his device is corrupted with 13 viruses. Those viruses, according to the developers of the site, are browser trojans that supposedly affected the device while visiting untrustworthy websites. The scam claims that if no action is taken, these rogue programs might permanently damage your files such as pictures, videos, or documents....

XOZA ransomware version emerges: victims infected worldwideThreat SummaryDistribution methods used to infect Windows systemsRemove Xoza file extension virus The algorithms this crypto-virus uses are extremely secure and cannot be broken in any way. After a successful data corruption, the virus executes Command Prompt commands that delete Volume Shadow Copies and other recovery options, all traits of the private key (required for data decryption) and suggests buying it to restore data. In other words, Xoza ransomware asks for a ransom, which is clearly stated in the ransom note called _readme....

CCXProcess.exe definition and functionality: is this process necessary?Is CCXProcess safe or virus?How to disable CCProcess.exe?Remove CCXProcess.exe and related malware Naturally, noticing processes with unclear names that may use low or very high percentage of CPU often triggers a question whether these processes are necessary, or can be disabled easily. Our research shows that multiplication of process names can be related to the antivirus you’re using, and explain how to apply a workaround for the issue....

Deceptive Site Ahead warning: guide for visitors and website ownersTypes of warningsDeceptive Site Ahead fix for webmastersBe aware of scams displaying a fake messageGet past the Deceptive Site Ahead warningHow to remove Deceptive Site Ahead warning in Chrome or FirefoxTurn off safe browsing in ChromeTurn off Deceptive Site Ahead warnings in FirefoxRemove Deceptive Site Ahead virus If you are a WordPress site owner and your site displays Deceptive Site ahead to your visitors, take actions immediately to remove malware from your site or search for mistakes in website security measures’ implementation....

To put it simply, this ransomware was developed with sole intention to take computer user’s files hostage and demand a ransom in exchange for a tool that could restore them back to normal. Ransom note explains the attackers’ demands Through the _readme.txt notes, the attention of the victim would be inclined toward the development and how all their files were encrypted by the DEWD ransomware, including vital documents, videos, photos and other similar files....

JHDD ransomware virus aims to extort the computer user by locking all of personal files with robust encryption. Data decryption without a unique decryption key is impossible. Encrypted files can be recognized as their icons will be blank and the filenames will contain an additional extension. Contents of the _readme.txt note The virus creates and saves a copy of the ransom note titled as _readme.txt in every data folder. The note explains that all of victim’s files were encrypted with strongest encryption and unique key, and that the victim has a possibility to recover all files if one agrees to pay a ransom....

To let the victim know what has occurred and also to establish control, those behind the ransomware virus attack will equally forward ransom notes called _readme.txt to every folder. These notifications are more or less short messages explaining the situation to the victim while informing them certain amount of money must be paid as ransom to enable them to receive decryption tools. To give room for further discussions, two email addresses are also forwarded i....

The primary aim of STOP/DJVU ransomware variants including QQJJ virus is to extort the computer user by convincing him/her to pay a ransom once the personal data is made inaccessible. Computer users typically download this threat in a form of a setup file that is supposed to install a pirated software version. Victims usually find these downloads in rogue online websites promoting software cracks and other illegal content. The message left in the ransom note asks for a payment The ransom note briefly explains that the malware has encrypted all of the personal data stored on the computer and that there is no way to restore the data without the help of ransomware operators....

The aim of this ransomware-type virus is to extort the computer user by taking one’s personal data hostage. The malware encrypts files so that they could no longer be accessed by the user, causing extreme stress as relevant work, study files or personal memories become inaccessible. At this point, the criminals offer a solution – pay a ransom or lose the data forever. The ransom note suggests purchasing a decryption tool QQMT file extension virus creates notes dubbed _readme....

While these activities are still taking place, messages known as _readme.txt would be released by the cybercriminals. The _readme.txt is more or less ransom notifications informing the victim why they have to pay ransom fees to enable them receive decryption tools. In addition to that, the cybercriminals would also drop two email addresses i.e. support@bestyourmail.ch and supportsys@airmail.cc, while suggesting that the victim should communicate with them using either of the two emails....

On the part of cybercriminals, the basic reason they create and distribute ransomware viruses is to infect many computers while hoping to extort ransom fees from the victims. They encrypt files in other people’s computers, i.e., make them unreadable, and then ask them to pay money before they can retrieve them via decryption tools. While some victims may call their bluff because they have a backup device that can easily replace lost data, others without backup sometimes try to reach out to them, especially when they consider the encrypted files to be essential....

Contained in the ransom note are instructions from the ransomware operators. The crooks reassure that the victim can still recover all data, however, this can only be done with the help of ZFDV decryption tool and key. The criminals offer to sell it to the victim for a specific price. In simple terms, the ransomware operators make sure that the victim won’t be able to access his own files and then offer a solution for money....

Downloading cracked software online is a bad habit that puts your security at riskDifferent types of malware that can be downloaded onlineBeware of deceptive cracked software download sitesDemonstration: how users get infected via cracked software downloadsSafe web browsing tips to avoid malicious downloads Many people seeking to download free pirated software copies made it feasible for cybercriminals and hackers to take advantage of it by spreading malicious downloads to as many computer users as possible....

October 24: Update day for iOS, iPadOS, and MacOSWhat are the new features found in macOS Ventura?Top features of macOS VenturaStage ManagerContinuity CameraPasskeysEdit, unsend Messages and moreImprovements in MailClock and Weather apps are now available on MacsiCloud Shared Photo Library allows sharing photos with familyUpdates to Safari: collaborate more and easierSpotlightSystem requirements of macOS Ventura While the iOS 16 update was released on September 12, iPadOS 16 and macOS 13 releases were pushed to October....

BOOA virus infects the computer system stealthily, deletes Volume Shadow Copies to prevent data restoration option via system restore points. The next thing it does is modify Windows HOSTS file by adding a list of restricted computer-related domains to it. Then it installs password-stealer on the system called AZORULT. Finally, it starts its main task – data encryption. The data encryption phase starts with an attempt to connect to BOOA ransomware’s Command&Control server....

Dharma ransomware encrypts files and marks them using .C1024, .ver, ,c0v, .CLEAN, .TOR extensionsThe list of known DHARMA ransomware variants (extensions + e-mails list)Threat SummaryDHARMA ransomware modus operandi overview (encryption explained)Amount of money demanded to unlock dataCrySis ransomware spread sourcesAttackers use an imitation of ESET AV Remover to distribute .ETH file extension virusDharma ransomware removal and decryption process explained The Dharma ransomware family has been attacking computer users worldwide since its first appearance in 2016....

NEMTY PROJECT ransomware returns with .nefilim extension variantRansom note urges to pay money in BitcoinThreat SummaryNEMTY REVENGE ransomware fixes its flawsUpdate March 14: Nemty reappears as NEFILIM ransomwareThe ransomware is distributed using the RIG exploit kitRemove NEMTY ransomware virus safelyHow to decrypt .nemty files This crypto-virus encodes files using AES encryption and then produces individual decryption keys for each victim. To secure the decryption key, the NEMTY PROJECT virus encodes it using RSA-2048 and RSA-8192 algorithms or AES-128 and RSA-2048 cryptography ciphers combination....