Windows 10 users targeted in Avaddon ransomware attack
In the recent Avaddon attacks, users receive an email enticing them to open a photo, which is actually not real. The body of the email contains a wink emoji. But according to cyber security company Appriver, the photo is a cover for malware. In that case, the people behind the attacks are taking advantage of the fact that Windows doesn’t reveal file extensions by default. So, unsuspecting victims end up clicking on the photos only to unleash a JavaScript file that triggers ransomware activity on their machines. When the malware is executed in Windows 10, it encrypts all files, from images to documents. Then, the attackers leave a ransom note on the victim’s desktop. The note informs the user about the encryption of all their files by the Avaddon ransomware. Next, the cyber criminals offer software the victim can buy to decrypt and access their computer files. So, they direct the user to a Tor payment portal where the transaction should takes place. Avaddon is a Ransomware as Service (RaaS) actor running an affiliate program. Affiliates acquire the malware from Avaddon for distribution to targeted PC systems. You can minimize the risk of falling victim to such attacks by using email scanning tools. Also, updating and activating Windows Defender can help prevent ransomware from executing on your machine. Feel free to share your views or ask any questions via the comments section below.
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