Category: Ransomware

Articles about ransomware – malware encrypting your personal files or stopping you from accessing your computer – and ways to remove it

How to remove Joker ransomware

Joker ransom note: Your Files Are Has Been Locked Your Files Has Been Encrypted with cryptography Algorithm If You Need Your Files And They are Important to You, Dont be shy Send Me an Email Send Test File + The Key File on Your System (File Exist in C:/ProgramData example : RSAKEY-SE-24r6t523 pr RSAKEY.KEY) to Make Sure Your Files Can be Restored Make an Agreement on Price with me and Pay Get Decryption Tool + RSA Key AND Instruction For Decryption Process Attention: 1- Do Not Rename or Modify The Files (You May loose That file) 2- Do Not Try To Use 3rd Party Apps or Recovery Tools ( if You want to do that make an copy from Files and try on them and Waste Your time ) 3-Do not Reinstall Operation System(Windows) You may loose the key File and Loose Your Files 4-Do Not Always Trust to Middle mans and negotiators (some of them are good but some of them agree on 4000usd for example and Asked 10000usd From Client) this Was happened Your Case ID :[REDACTED] OUR Email :suppransomeware@tutanota.com in Case of no answer: suppransomeware@mailfence.com This is the end of the note. The following is a guide explaining how to remove Joker ransomware.

What is Joker ransomware?

Joker is an illegal program that makes money via data ransom (this is why it’s called ransomware). It infiltrates the victim’s computer and encrypts all files it can find using cryptographic algorithms. This renders the files inaccessible; to view and edit them again, they need to be decrypted. You can think of it as password-locking. Of course, the victim is not given the password; instead, the hackers say that the only way to decrypt the files is to pay them.
Joker specifically belongs to the VoidCrypt ransomware family. Files locked by this ransomware are given .Joker file extension, which is how the virus got its name to begin with. The virus also leaves two ransom notes, “Decryption-Guide.HTA” and “Decryption-Guide.txt”. They contain the same information, but the first one appears automatically, as a pop-up. You can read the full text on the image above, but here are the highlights.
The note does not mention any specific price; it merely asks the victim to contact the hacker to negotiate. It is also written in very poor English.
Giving into these demands is not recommended; often, the hackers simply take the money and disappear without giving the victims their files back. You can, however, remove Joker ransomware and decrypt .Joker files by following the guide below.

How to remove Aayu ransomware

What is Aayu ransomware?

Aayu is a malicious program that infects the victim’s computer with the intent to hold their data for ransom. Because of this behavior, it received a more specific definition – it is a ransomware program.
Holding data for ransom involves a field of science known as cryptography, as the hackers in control of the program cannot simply delete the data. It needs to be present, but inaccessible. So they utilize complex mathematical algorithms to essentially password-lock your files; a process more commonly known as encrypting them. The idea is that the victim cannot restore the files on their own because they lack the key (the password) and don’t know the algorithm used. So hackers tell them that they have no choice but to pay money. Although not completely true, this is how the reasoning goes.
Aayu specifically is a part of the STOP/Djvu ransomware family, very similar to other viruses in it (compare Mmdt to see for yourself). All of them change encrypted files’ extension, in this case, .aayu file extension. All of them leave a ransom note called “_readme.txt” on the Desktop (see image above for full text) with exactly the same demand, 980 US dollars or half as much if the victim pays promptly.
It is best to ignore this steep price, as it is possible to remove Aayu ransomware for free. You may also be able to decrypt .aayu files for free, or restore them using another method. Read this guide for more information.

How to remove Aamv ransomware

What is Aamv ransomware?

Aamv is a ransomware program in the STOP/Djvu family. If these are just words to you, without any meaning, we’ll quickly explain. A ransomware program is a virus that infects the victim’s computer to encrypt all their files. This makes them inaccessible: you cannot read or edit them. However, they are not gone; it is possible to decrypt these files to make them normal again. The hacker who created the program offers to decrypt the files the program encrypted, for a price. This is how these programs make money and why they exist.
Aamv in particular, like we’ve mentioned, is a STOP/Djvu strain. It is very similar to all other viruses in this family; just compare, for example, Oodt ransomware and see the similarities for yourself.
All viruses in this family change the extensions of the files they encrypt (in this case, to .aamv file extension). They also have identical ransom notes, all named “_readme.txt”, placed on the Desktop, and containing the same demands ($980, or $490 if paid within 3 days after infection). The only thing that differs is the hacker’s contact information. You can see Aamv ransom note on the image above.
This is not cheap, and even if it was, hackers are unlikely to actually decrypt your files. Instead, read this guide explaining how to remove Aamv ransomware and decrypt .aamv files for free.

How to remove Mmdt ransomware

What is Mmdt ransomware

Mmdt is a ransomware program. Assuming you’re unfamiliar with the term, ransomware is a class of malicious software (malware) that utilizes cryptographic algorithms to coerce money out of its victims. This is done by encrypting the victim’s files, which renders them inaccessible. You can think of it as password-locking, except in this case, the hacker is the only who knows the password. The criminal will then offer to decrypt the files for a fee. As these programs essentially hold your files for ransom, they are given the term ransomware.
Mmdt in particular belongs to the STOP/Djvu ransomware family. This means that it behaves nearly identically to other programs in this family (compare Vvew ransomware). The ransom note is always named “_readme.txt” and is always located on the victim’s Desktop. The text, too, is always identical, other than the hacker’s contact information. You can view the Mmdt ransom note on the image above, if you wish. The short version is that hackers want $980 for decryption, but will give a 50% discount if paid within 3 days after infection; the same as with all other STOP/Djvu viruses.
The virus also gives the files it encrypts a new extension – in this case, .mmdt file extension.
This guide will explain how to remove Mmdt ransomware and decrypt .mmdt files.

How to remove Oodt ransomware

What is Oodt ransomware

Oodt is a harmful program that generates money for the hackers who wrote it via ransom – hence the name, ransomware. The easiest thing to hold for ransom for a digital program is, of course, data. The virus encrypts all files on the targeted computer, which makes them impossible to access. To access them again, they need to be decrypted, which the hackers offer to do. The offer is facilitated, obviously, by the virus itself; it creates a ransom note named “_readme.txt” on the Desktop. Check it out on the image above, if you want; the short version is that the hackers want $980 for decryption and use a few psychological tricks to get the victim to pay. One of these tricks is 50% discount within the first 72 hours of infection. The virus also renamed the files that it encrypts, giving them .oodt file extension.
Read below to learn how to remove Oodt ransomware. However, this alone isn’t sufficient; you will also need a way to decrypt .oodt files. This is more difficult, but there are options, too.

How to remove Oovb ransomware

What is Oovb ransomware

Oovb is a computer virus designed to make money for the hacker who wrote it. Generally, viruses can achieve this goal in many ways – cryptocurrency mining, stealing bank accounts, and so on. In this case, however, the money isn’t being directly stolen. Instead, the virus makes all files on the victim’s computer unreadable using a special encryption algorithm, then demands money to decrypt them. This type of malicious programs is called ransomware. Oovb in particular belongs to the STOP/Djvu ransomware family, which means it behaves in a fashion very similar to other programs in this family (compare Hhwq, another ransomware program in the STOP/Djvu family).
Although the encryption method is always slightly different, otherwise these viruses are like peas in a pod. All of them give encrypted files a four-letter extension (after which they are named). This means that Oovb gives encrypted files .oovb file extension. All of them also create a “_readme.txt” file on the Desktop containing the ransom note, which is also always the same except for the hacker’s contact information. You can check Oovb ransom note on the image above.
In this guide, we will explain how to remove Oovb from your computer and how to decrypt .oovb files.

How to remove Pizzasucker ransomware

Pizzasucker ransom note: ALL YOUR IMPORTANT FILES HAVE BEEN ENCRYPTED! ==================================================================================================== Your files are NOT damaged! Your files are modified only. This modification is reversible. The only 1 way to decrypt your files is to receive the private key and decryption program. Any attempts to restore your files with the third party software will be fatal for your files! ==================================================================================================== To receive the private key and decryption program follow the instructions below: 1. Contact us: *Skype - PIZZASUCKER DECRYPTION *ICQ live chat which works 24/7 - @PIZZASUCKER Install ICQ software on your PC here https://icq.com/windows/ or on your smartphone search for 'ICQ' in Appstore / Google market Write to our ICQ @PIZZASUCKER https://icq.im/PIZZASUCKER *Mail - pizzasucker@onionmail.org USE MAIL ONLY IF ICQ AND SKYPE NOT WORKING Our company values its reputation. We give all guarantees of your files decryption, such as test decryption some of them We respect your time and waiting for respond from your side ==================================================================================================== WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND you NOT to use any 'Decryption Tools'. These tools can damage your data, making recover IMPOSSIBLE. Also we recommend you not to contact data recovery companies. They will just contact us, buy decryptor and sell it to you at a higher price. This is the end of the note. Below is the guide explaining how to remove Pizzasucker ransomware.

What is Pizzasucker ransomware

Pizzasucker is a illicit program that extorts money out of people by encrypting their files (ransomware). Encrypted files cannot simply be accessed; they need to be decrypted first. The hackers who wrote the virus offer the victim to do just that, for a large amount of money. The offer often includes psychological pressure and other tricks to get the victim to pay.
Most often such programs communicate these “offers” via a simple text file, referred to as a ransom note. The image above contains the full text of Pizzasucker’s ransom note, though it doesn’t really contain much beyond contact information.
In this case, the hackers went an extra mile to get their contacts as visible as possible; the virus gives all encrypted files .ICQ@PIZZASUCKER file extension.
As these cybercriminals often want a lot of money for their “services”, it is best to not pay them. Despite their reassurances to the contrary, it is possible to remove Pizzasucker for free, and you may be able to decrypt Pizzasucker files as well. The guide below will explain what to do.

How to remove Encfiles ransomware

Encfiles ransom note: Your files are now encrypted! Your personal identifier: [REDACTED] All your files have been encrypted And all your backup and NAS system deleted military grade ERASE Methods. Now you should send us email with your personal identifier. This email will be as confirmation you are ready to pay for decryption key. You have to pay for decryption in Bitcoins. The price depends on how fast you write to us. After payment we will send you the decryption tool that will decrypt all your files. If you want take back your files please contact us. Email : dataprotection@tuta.io Please send both email adress for contact us Free decryption as guarantee! Before paying you can send us up to 3 files for free decryption. The total size of files must be less than 10Mb (non archived), and files should not contain valuable information (databases, backups, large excel sheets, etc.). How to obtain Bitcoins? * The easiest way to buy bitcoins is LocalBitcoins site. You have to register, click 'Buy bitcoins', and select the seller by payment method and price: https://localbitcoins.com/buy_bitcoins * Also you can find other places to buy Bitcoins and beginners guide here: http://www.coindesk.com/information/how-can-i-buy-bitcoins Attention! * Do not rename encrypted files. * Do not try to decrypt your data using third party software, it may cause permanent data loss. * Decryption of your files with the help of third parties may cause increased price (they add their fee to our) or you can become a victim of a scam. This is the end of the note. Read the guide below to learn how to remove Encfiles ransomware.

What is Encfiles ransomware

Encfiles is a harmful program (malware) that was created by hackers to make them money. Once the program is on the victim’s computer, it does several things. First, it encrypts all files it can access. This makes the files completely unusable; you will not be able to view encrypted pictures, read or edit encrypted documents, and so on. The files can be decrypted, however, and hackers – who know how to do this – will “generously” offer their services to you for a not-so-small fee. This is why this type of malware is called ransomware.
This brings us to the second thing the virus does. It creates a file on the desktop called “HOW TO RECOVER ENCRYPTED FILES.TXT”, containing exactly that, instructions and contact information of the hackers. You can read the full document on the image above.
Finally, the encrypted files are all renamed. All file names are changed into unreadable strings of text, while the extension is changed to .encfiles (this is how the virus got its name).
Although hackers claim that it’s impossible to recover the files without paying them, this is more often than not a scare tactic. This guide will explain how to remove Encfiles and decrypt .encfiles files for free.

How to remove HIP1 ransomware

What is HIP1 ransomware?

HIP1 is a computer virus that was made for financial gain known as ransomware. It encrypts the files on your computer so that they cannot be opened and gives these unusable files .HIP1 file extension. Because of this, you cannot simply remove HIP1 and forget about the incident. The hackers offer to decrypt the files, for a fee of course. People often have valuable files (unfinished work, memorable photos, etc.) stored on their computers, and it might very well make them pay. Doing so, obviously, is a terrible idea; the hackers do not offer any actual guarantees, the price they demand is often very steep, and paying them means encouraging more such attacks in the future. This is why they leave ransom notes filled with psychological tricks to create a sense of urgency.
HIP1’s ransom note is called “Read_Me!_.txt”. You can read the full text on the image above. The cybercriminals do not mention the price of their “decryption services”, only the website the victim needs to go to.
Despite the criminals’ claims, it is possible to remove HIP1 ransomware and restore .HIP1 files for free. The guide below will cover the details.

How to remove Oopu ransomware

What is Oopu ransomware

Oopu is a computer virus that illegally makes money for the hackers who made it. Using a special algorithm, files on your computer can be encrypted – password-locked, in very simple terms. The hackers take advantage of this by creating viruses that encrypt (lock) all files on your computer and then demand money to decrypt (unlock) them. Since you don’t know the algorithm or the password, you cannot easily do it yourself (though there are still options available).
This type of viruses is called ransomware. Oopu belongs to the STOP/Djvu ransomware family – a group of viruses that behave very similarly to each other (compare Vvwq, another virus in this family).
A ransom note, called “_readme.txt”, is placed on the desktop by the virus to communicate the hackers’ demands. You can read the full text on the image above. The virus also renames all the files that it encrypts, giving them .oopu file extension; this is how it got its name.
Either way, paying ransom is expensive and unreliable, so it’s much better to remove Oopu for free, and decrypt .oopu files yourself while you’re at it. The guide below will explain how to accomplish this.

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