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Discovered by xiaopao, HDLocker is a data-encrypting malware. Due to this malicious program's modus operandi, it is classified as ransomware. Malware of this type is designed to encrypt data (i.e., render files inaccessible and useless), typically for the purpose of making ransom demands for decry
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LOTUS is a type of malware that blocks access to files by encryption and keeps them in this state until a ransom is paid. After installation, it displays a message demanding a ransom payment in a pop-up window and creates the "MANUAL.txt" text file (another ransom message). LOTUS also renames enc
"Order Error" is an spam email campaign. This term defines a mass-scale operation during which thousands of deceptive emails are distributed. There are several variants of the "Order Error" scam emails, however, the messages are thematically identical. They are presented as messages sent by a wron
Word is a malicious program belonging to the Dharma ransomware family. It operates by encrypting (locking) files (making them inaccessible to victims) in order to demand payment for decryption. When Word ransomware encrypts data, all affected files are renamed following this pattern: original fil
Ransomware is a type of malware that cyber criminals use to encrypt files and then demand payment to unlock and decrypt them. In summary, victims of ransomware attacks cannot access or use files unless they pay a ransom. Usually, ransomware renames encrypted files and creates a ransom message. Yg
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