The aim of this ransomware is to make victim’s owned files inaccessible. Once the victim finds that out and becomes worried, one will find the text notes dropped by the virus that explain the attackers’ intentions. As it turns out, the criminals have ZOQW decryption tool and private decryption key, and demand a ransom in order to release these tools for the victim. In other words, the attackers are trying to extort the computer user financially....

This STOP/DJVU virus version uses exceptionally strong encryption method that is close to impossible to break. As it uses RSA, it modifies all personal files on the computer (documents, photos, videos, audio files, databases, and other data) using a public key, but to decrypt .sglh file extension files, the victim needs to obtain the private key, which is held by the cybercriminals and is offered for a specific sum of money in cryptocurrency....

AIGPUSniffer quit unexpectedly error originsMethods to Fix AIGPUSniffer quit unexpectedly ErrorMethod 1. Disable GPU Acceleration (Most effective method on Mac or Windows)Method 2. Change Bridge PreferencesMethod 3. Install updates for the program giving you the errorMethod 4. Reinstall the program To begin with, we’ll shortly cover what is AIGPUSniffer. It is a safe and legitimate process that checks GPU before launching Adobe products. Its main purpose is to prevent software crashes due to problems with graphics card....

BOZON ransomware is a malicious virus that encrypts all data on infected computersRansomware SummaryHow ransomware-type viruses are distributedRemove BOZON Ransomware Virus and Decrypt Your Files The aim of BOZON ransomware virus is to extort computer users after taking all of their personal files hostage. The ransom note called FILE RECOVERY.txt contains a message from the cybercriminals behind the attack who suggest that the only way to decrypt files is paying a ransom....

The emergence of yet another malware from the notorious STOP/DJVU ransomware family is now a cause for concern for every computer user. This group has consistently remained a threat in the past few years. They prey for victims by uploading fake software versions to various rogue sites. These are filled with malware that encrypts all data on the computer and then leaves notes demanding to pay a ransom. The virus drops ransom-demanding note Once the access has been taken over the victim’s files, cybercriminals would at this point, release ransom messages known as _readme....

Click-to-watch.live ads might redirect users to other questionable pagesRedirect sites cause privacy issuesImportant SummaryRedirect virus infiltrates the system via push notificationsStop suspicious redirects by Click-to-watch.live website In case users browse on suspicious pages or are redirected to one, they might encounter a pop-up screen that asks to enable push notifications for Click-to-watch.live virus. Technically, this page is not a virus. Yet, enabling notifications give access to specific browser settings that allow that site to perform annoying and potentially dangerous activity on the infected computer....

ExecutiveOperation adware aims to frustrate your browsing experienceAdware distribution methodsAvoiding PUAs’ installationRemove ExecutiveOperation from your system Typically, applications like ExecutiveOperation tend to bring various intrusive ads into ordinary user‘s browsing experience. If the user clicks on those ads there is a high chance he will open a questionable website or execute some sort of script that might trigger the download process of other PUAs or even more malicious viruses. As mentioned previously, ExecutiveOperation works as a browser hijacker as well....

It is a common practice for ransomware viruses to leave notes for the victim. In this case, IGVM file virus’ operators explain that all files were encrypted with “strongest” encryption and that the only method of recovering locked photos, videos, databases and archives is to pay the cybercriminals the specified sum of money (in other words, a ransom). The attackers suggest testing the IGVM decryption tool for free first – for this matter, the victim needs to send one encrypted file to the criminals via provided emails and expect to receive a decrypted version in return....

NLAH ransomware corrupts personal files, then asks for moneyDecrypt .nlah files (Recovery options explained)Summary of the threatThe methodology of ransomware distributionSafe way to remove NLAH file virusNLAH file decryption explained (File Recovery Guide) Just as other versions, including OONN, NILE, KKLL, ZIPE, PEZI, COVM, MZLQ, and SQPC file-encrypting viruses, this ransomware spreads around in peer-to-peer (P2P) websites or via fake offers to update Adobe Flash Player. Once infiltrated, this virus drops multiple executable files to prevent people from accessing the built-in Windows Defender software or security websites....

Pezi virus is a 228th version of STOP/DJVU ransomware virus familyThreat SummaryRansomware spreads via spam e-mails or software cracks on P2P networksPezi ransomware removal instructionsDecrypt .pezi files (free decryptor) At first, the virus imitates a Windows update screen to distract people from the infection. During this time, all information stored on the computer, including pictures, video, audio, and document files are being encrypted with AES-256 cryptography algorithm. PEZI virus and similar ransomware-type threats like ZIPE or SQPC corrupt all files on the computer in order to obtain monetary benefits from the victim, also known as a ransom....

PINY ransomware locks data and demands money in BitcoinThreat Summary Is it possible to decrypt .piny extension files?Avoid shady downloads to prevent ransomware attacksRemove PINY ransomware virus immediately PINY ransomware virus aims to prevent the victim from accessing files stored on personal or work computer. Therefore, it uses RSA cryptography to lock files. During the encryption process, the virus attempts to communicate with its command and control server and obtain online keys for data encryption....

Victims affected by this ransomware mostly report downloading illegal content from peer-to-peer file sharing networks (using torrents). Most of the time, the ransomware arrives in a form of a software crack. After being executed, QLKM ransomware performs the following tasks: Deletes Volume Shadow Copies, preventing easy and free lost data recovery.Inputs a list of additional domains to the Windows HOSTS file, making them inaccessible to the computer user (learn how to reset this file)....

TOEC ransomware infects computers to encrypt all files on themThreat SummaryUnderstand virus’ operation and data recovery optionsLearn how DJVU variants reach target computersQuick TOEC virus removal guidelines TOEC file virus can encrypt files stored on the computer or network, and also encrypt files on external devices connected to the computers at the time of the cyber attack. To ensure that no security programs will interfere with the malicious processes, the virus disables present firewalls....

Wacatac Trojan – real threat or false positive?Wacatac virus’ characteristicsThreat SummaryTrojan distribution techniquesHow to detect and remove Wacatac Trojan easily Some users wonder is wacatac a false positive or not. The truth is, if you have come across this threat’s detection name, you probably have downloading something suspicious from the internet, most likely a software crack, movie or another piece of software that raised suspicion for your computer’s security software. Our general recommendation is that you should always stay on the safe side and quarantine and remove any suspicious downloads marked as suspicious by your antivirus....

The message in the _readme.txt note explains that all of victim’s files, including pictures, music, documents, videos and archives were encrypted with the “strongest” encryption algorithm and a unique key. After being encrypted, these files can no longer be opened, viewed or modified. This can be devastating for the computer not only because personal memories become corrupted, but also months or years of work or study materials. The cybercriminals then provide a solution – pay a ransom or the data will be lost forever....

ZORAB2 ransomware descriptionVirus SummaryDistribution methods of file-encrypting viruses Visual representation of virus infectionRemove ZORAB2 ransomware virus easily The note left by ZORAB2 ransomware states that the virus has encrypted victim’s important documents, photos, databases and other files. In order to return the encrypted data, the victim is asked to pay a ransom to the cybercriminals and receive file decryption tool and unique key. The note explains that the ransom must be paid in cryptocurrency, to be specific, in Bitcoin, as this helps to keep the transaction untraceable....

Uninstall ByteFence Antivirus if you installed it without intention to do soScans for malware, then urges to pay for its removalThreat SummaryBeware of programs distributed alongside freewareRemove ByteFence Anti-Malware easily For those looking for an answer of what ByteFence is, it is not malicious software – simply a malware detection and removal solution. Just like any other anti-malware solution, it offers free and paid solutions for its users, however, due to a suspicious distribution technique the company chose for the free product promotion, computer users tend to call ByteFence a virus....

In order to notify the computer user about what just occurred, _readme.txt file will be dropped in all the folders. This file is more or less a ransom note and will emphasize that a ransomware attack has taken place and those behind it have successfully encrypted all data contained in the computer by using complex algorithms. Therefore, the victim is expected to pay certain fees as ransom so they could receive EGFG decryption tool/key....

Once the malware encrypts all files, it ensures that the computer user gets the message from EWDF ransomware operators. For this matter, the virus saves a copy of a ransom note dubbed _readme.txt in each affected data folder. In short, this file explains what happened to computer files and what do the cybercriminals want from the victim. What’s explained in the ransom note The ransom note left by the criminals in a form of a _readme....

GROD ransomware attacks computer systems to turn personal files uselessThreat SummaryThe file-encrypting virus uses either online or offline key to corrupt dataDistribution of STOP ransomware variantsRemove GROD ransomware virus from your PC and restore your files GROD ransomware encrypts victim’s files to demand a sum which ranges from $490 to $980. It depends whether the victim manages to collect the specified sum of money and obtain Bitcoins to pay the criminals within 72 hours....