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COM SURROGATE explained: what is it, and why is it running on your PCIdentify COM SURROGATE virus easilyDo not stop or disable the processCommon Problems related to COM SURROGATE process COM is a short for Component Object Model. It is an interface created in 1993 by Microsoft, allowing programmers to create COM objects easily. These objects integrate into various programs and extend them. Windows Explorer may use the Surrogate process to create thumbnails for documents, images, videos or other file types in a folder....

What is Your PC Ran Into a Problem and Needs to Restart Error?Fix Your PC ran into a problem and needs to restart Easily Method 1. Prevent PC from restarting automaticallyMethod 2. Run a system file checker or DISM scanMethod 3. Update driversMethod 4. Unplug external hardwareMethod 3. Uninstall recently installed applicationsMethod 5. Update WindowsMethod 6. Check if the computer’s temperature is normalMethod 7. Run free system scan with system repair softwareMethod 8....

As explained in the ransom note _readme.txt, creators of EPOR file virus have encrypted all files on your computer. To be specific, this malware employs RSA cryptography for wreaking havoc on target systems. The cybercriminals state that there is no other way of recovering lost files than paying for the “special decryption software and key”. They promise to provide instructions how to pay the ransom, which costs $490 if the victim writes to criminals within 3 days from the infection timestamp, or $980 later....

The attackers will point out that GCYI ransomware virus has rendered the entire database of the infected computer useless through encryption and use of solid key. In essence, all documents, pictures, various data etc. contained in the computer would no longer be useful to the owner except he pays ransom to those behind the attack so they could supply decryption tools that would restore them back to normal. Also included in the _readme....

The cybercriminals will emphasize that now MAIV ransomware has encrypted all the files contained in the computer with the use of a very strong and complex encryption key, it has become necessary for the victim to comply with their demands and pay whatever ransom fee they request so they could offer decryption services to them. To provide a channel of communication, two emails will also be presented, namely support@sysmail.ch and helpsupportmanager@airmail....

They will further emphasize that MIIA ransomware has encrypted all files (including documents, pictures and every other data) contained in the computer, using very strong encryption key. Therefore, if they hope to recover their files certain amount of money would have to be paid in exchange for decryption services. To facilitate the ransom payment process, the cybercriminals would make available the following email addresses for communication purposes: manager@mailtemp.ch and helpsupportmanager@airmail....

MOSK ransomware is the 180th version of STOP, decryptable if offline key was usedThreat SummaryIs it possible to decrypt your files?Distribution means and ways to avoid file-encrypting virusesRemove MOSK virus and recover your files MOSK ransomware is developed with the intention to infect computers and take victim’s personal files hostage. To learn how to recover lost data, the victim has to read a ransom note left in each folder with corrupted data....

PEET ransomware hits to encrypt your files for good Threat SummaryImpossible to recover data without backupsKnown ransomware distribution methodsThe best way to remove PEET ransomware from your computer PEET virus attacks Windows operating systems, disables active firewalls, deletes Volume Shadow Copies and installs Azorult Trojan on the PC system or network. In other words, it prepares an environment to operate silently and also removes any means of data recovery for the victim....

The aim of this malware is to extort money from computer users who do not have data backups. It operates by locking the data with military-grade encryption, which can be reversed only with the help of UYRO decryption key, typically unique per each victim (except cases where offline encryption key is used). The criminals behind this malware have released over 600 variants already, and continue to threaten computer users worldwide....

Unfortunately, file encryption is not the only damage this malicious ransomware does to the system. VVOA ransomware also installs AZORULT malware on the system, which is known for its password-stealing capabilities. In this guide, we will explain modus operandi of this ransomware, its removal and how to decrypt .vvoa files. Why your files were encrypted: the ransom note explanation VVOA virus sneaks into the system along illegal software cracking tools mainly....

Irrespective of the distribution method used by them, the target is to ensure that unsuspecting computer users click on the malware-carrying content so that the VVYU ransomware virus would be unleashed on their computer. The next thing that follows after a successful infection is the encryption of all files contained in it. This would be followed by the addition of .vvyu extension at the end of each file name to indicate the change....

XATI file virus demands ransom for data decryptionThreat SummaryFile-encrypting malware distribution methods explainedVisual representation of XATI infectionRemove XATI ransomware using free instructions After a successful ransomware attack, the victim will find all of his/hers personal files renamed, for example, a file called image.jpg will become image.jpg.2N678D01.[xatixxatix@mail.fr].xati. These files won’t open, and the message in the ransom note info.hta explains why. The note suggests that the victim has to email the criminals via provided address, and include the given personal ID....

Some examples of programs causing Yahoo search redirect problems are Conduit, Transit Maps Directions Pro and similar extensions developed by Polarity Technologies, Ltd. or Spigot Inc. However, there are many other vendors causing Yahoo to hijack web browser. In most cases, users install such Yahoo or Bing redirect virus unwillingly as they come bundled with freeware. They can also be downloaded from untrustworthy download sites or be suggested after installation of other browser extensions or apps....

This malicious computer virus is designed to modify all of victim’s files on a personal or work computer and connected drives using a combination of robust encryption algorithms. Once files are encrypted, the only way to restore them is by using a private decryption key, which is kept by ransomware operators. They suggest selling it for a specified price, or in other words, they try to extort you after taking your files hostage....

Voicemail Email Scam promotes phishing websites and steals user dataHow Voicemail Email Scam Works?Malicious links leading to phishing pagesMalicious attachments hiding malwareThreat SummaryExamples of Voicemail Scam EmailsHow to identify Voicemail email scam?Remove Malware and Protect Your Data There are many different email design templates, subject lines, message variations and phishing page designs that are being used by cybercriminals to trick unsuspecting users into fake login portals and steal the user-provided login credentials....

ERR_NAME_NOT_RESOLVED error bothers Google Chrome usersPossible causes of ERR_NAME_NOT_RESOLVED errorHow to Fix ERR_NAME_NOT_RESOLVEDMethod 1. Check for typo errors in the entered URLMethod 2. Run Network Connection TroubleshooterMethod 3. Clear browsing history, cookies and related dataMethod 4. Clear Google Chrome Host CacheMethod 5. Use Google DNS serviceMethod 6. Reset Network SettingsMethod 7. Disable Chrome Prediction ServiceMethod 8. Restart your Router to fix ERR_NAME_NOT_RESOLVEDMethod 9. The last resort – check if your antivirus is blocking the page...

Reasons why INET_E_RESOURCE_NOT_FOUND Error occursSolve INET E RESOURCE NOT FOUND error easilyMethod 1. Restart RouterMethod 2. Rename Connections folder in Windows RegistryMethod 3. Disable TCP Fast Open option in MS EdgeMethod 4. Open Private Browsing sessionMethod 5. Alter User Account Control SettingsMethod 6. Flush DNSMethod 7. Uninstall and reinstall Microsoft EdgeMethod 8. Fix Socket Errors using Netsh winsock resetMethod 9. Use a VPN Users on Internet forums and sites such as Reddit report various cases when they run into the error message, for example, trying to open PDF documents, reaching websites via IE or Microsoft Edge, or even any browser in general....

Start Windows in Safe Mode to narrow down the source of the problemHow to Start Windows in Safe Mode on Windows 11, 10, 8, 8.1, 7, Vista, or XP?Boot in Safe Mode on Windows XP/Vista/7Start Windows in Safe Mode (Windows 7/8/10/11 Guide) Booting Windows in Safe Mode starts the operating system with a limited set of programs, drivers and services. If the error does not occur in the secure mode, it means that the problem is not caused by default Windows programs, devices or settings....

AZORult malware analysis: highly dangerous threatMalicious functionality explainedThreat SummaryHow did I get infected?Trojan distributed via STOP/DJVU ransomwareFake coronavirus map infects victims with malwareRemove AZORULT malware completely Malicious functionality explained Immediately after the opening of the file, AZORult malware is installed into your system. This Trojan-Spyware develops a connection between its C&C (“command and control”) servers and your system – this linkage is used to leak your information later on. This virus is capable of stealing various data from victim’s computer, including, but not limited to:...

When PC owners fail in their duty to protect their computers from being infected, the next crucial action they should take is to remove the ransomware virus as quickly as possible. Removing the ransomware virus quickly will stop further damage and enable the PC owner to seek ways of recovering/replacing damaged files. The ransomware leaves a money-demanding note behind Following a ransomware infection and data encryption, the malware also forwards text notes known as _readme....