What is Shadow Ransomware?

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Shadow ransomware is a perilous form of malware that encrypts files upon infiltration, adding the ".Shadow" extension to filenames, sometimes repeating it. For instance, a file named "1.jpg" would be changed to "1.jpg.Shadow" or "1.jpg.Shadow.Shadow".

The Ransom Note: An Overview

Accompanying the encryption is a ransom note named "readme.txt," composed in both English and Turkish. It informs victims about the encryption of their files, provides contact details for the attacker, and demands a ransom of $1000 in Bitcoin within 72 hours. Failure to comply may result in permanent file deletion, but payment is said to prompt the delivery of a decryption tool, along with a personal ID for identification.

The Shadow Ransomware note reads like the following:

ATTENTION!
All files on your computer have been seized. All your files have been encrypted and become inaccessible. You must contact us to recover your files.

Payment Method: Bitcoin
Wallet Address: It will be sent via e-mail and the sent wallet number will be active for 60 minutes. The second wallet number will not be sent.

Please note that if you do not pay before the expiration date, your files will be permanently deleted. For any questions or further information you can contact us at the following email address:

Email: ran_master_som@proton.me
Duration: 72 hours
Refund amount: $1000 (#Thousand$#)

If you do not receive a response within more than 6 hours, please check your spam folder or write to another e-mail address below.
Email: ran_jr_som@barid.com

There is no alternative solution to recover your files before paying. After sending the specified amount to the specified Bitcoin address, you will receive a decryption program for your files via email.

- How will I trust you?
+ Send us an encrypted junk file to wetransfer.com and we will send it to you decrypted. This process will be done to prove that your files can be decrypted. The file you send must be junk, otherwise we will not decrypt your password.

Personel ID: -

DİKKAT!
Bilgisayarınızdaki tüm dosyalara el konuldu.Tüm dosyalarınız şifrelendi ve erişilemez hale geldi.Dosyalarınızı kurtarmak için bizimle iletişime geçmelisiniz.

Ödeme Yöntemi: Bitcoin
Cüzdan Adresi: E - posta yoluyla gönderilecek ve gönderilen cüzdan numarası 60 dakika boyunca aktif olacaktır. İkinci cüzdan numarası gönderilmeyecektir.

Son kullanma tarihinden önce ödeme yapmazsanız dosyalarınızın kalıcı olarak silineceğini lütfen unutmayın. Herhangi bir sorunuz veya daha fazla bilgi için aşağıdaki e-posta adresinden bizimle iletişime geçebilirsiniz:

E - posta: ran_master_som@proton.me
Süre: 72 saat
Geri ödeme tutarı: 1000 $ (#Bin$#)

6 saatten daha uzun bir süre içinde yanıt alamazsanız lütfen spam klasörünüzü kontrol edin veya aşağıdaki başka mail adresine yazın.
Email: ran_jr_som@barid.com

Ödeme yapmadan önce dosyalarınızı kurtarmanın alternatif bir çözümü yoktur. Belirtilen miktarı belirtilen Bitcoin adresine gönderdikten sonra, e-posta yoluyla dosyalarınız için bir şifre çözme programı alacaksınız.

- Sana nasıl güveneceğim?
+ Wetransfer.com'a şifreli bir önemsiz dosya gönderin, biz de size şifresi çözülmüş olarak gönderelim. Bu işlem dosyalarınızın şifresinin çözülebileceğini kanıtlamak için yapılacaktır. Göndereceğiniz dosya önemsiz olmalıdır, aksi takdirde şifrenizin şifresini çözemeyiz.

Personel ID: -

Dealing with Ransomware: Key Insights

Ransomware typically employs robust encryption algorithms, making files inaccessible without tools from the attackers. However, paying the ransom doesn't guarantee the receipt of decryption tools, prompting experts to advise against payment. Victims can explore recovery options such as third-party decryption tools or restoring data from pre-attack backups.

Common Ransomware Distribution Channels

Ransomware spreads through various deceptive means, including malicious email attachments or links, pirated software, software vulnerabilities, malicious advertisements, fake updates, compromised web pages, and infected USB drives.

Protecting Against Ransomware Infections

To shield against ransomware, users should exercise caution with email attachments and links, avoid downloading from dubious sources, keep software updated, and utilize reputable security tools. In the event of a Shadow ransomware infection, employing a trusted anti-malware program for removal is recommended.

May 1, 2024
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