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What is Crypton Ransomware?
Crypton is a type of malicious software that encrypts your files and demands a ransom to decrypt them.
How does Crypton spread?
Attackers spread this ransomware through spam emails, fake downloads, and infected websites.
How does Crypton Ransomware work?
Once Crypton Ransomware encrypts your files, it will append the “.crypton” extension to them. For example, “photo.jpg” would become “photo.jpg.crypton”. Crypton Ransomware will also create a text file named “DECRYPT-INSTRUCTIONS.txt” that contains information on how to pay the ransom and decrypt your files.
Crypton Ransomware is a serious threat to your computer and should be removed as soon as possible.
What encryption algorithm does Crypton Ransomware use?
Crypton Ransomware uses the RSA-2048 encryption algorithm.
What types of files does Crypton Ransomware encrypt?
Crypton Ransomware will encrypt most types of files, including images, videos, documents, and more.
How to protect yourself from Crypton Ransomware?
Be cautious of email attachments and links, even if they come from someone you know. Do not download or open attachments unless you are expecting them. Be especially wary of ZIP files masquerading as PDFs, images, or other common file types.
Do not click on links in email messages unless you are sure they are safe. You can hover over a link to see where it will take you before clicking on it. Do not enter any personal information on websites unless you are sure the website is legitimate.
Keep your operating system and software up to date with the latest security patches. This will help prevent vulnerabilities that could be exploited by malware.
Enable popup blockers and install ad-blocking software to reduce the risk of accidentally clicking on malicious ads.
Back up your important files regularly. This way, if you do become a victim of ransomware, you will not lose your data.
How much is the Crypton Ransomware ransom?
Crypton Ransomware demands a ransom of $500 in Bitcoins. The ransom must be paid within 72 hours, or the price will increase to $1000.
History
Crypton was first discovered in June 2017.
The biggest Crypton ransomware attack happened in July 2017 when Crypton Ransomware encrypted the files of a South Korean web hosting company called Nayana. Nayana ended up paying $1 million in ransom to decrypt their data.
What should I do?
If attackers infected you with Crypton Ransomware, we recommend you do not pay the ransom. There is no guarantee that you will get your data back even if you do pay the ransom. Instead, we recommend you focus on recovering your data from a backup. If you don’t have a backup, you can try using file recovery software to recover your files.
We built SalvageData data recovery software to help you recover your files.
How to remove Crypton Ransomware?
There is no guaranteed way to remove Crypton Ransomware, but you can try using a ransomware removal tool. We recommend backing up your files before attempting to remove Crypton Ransomware. Also, you can scan your computer with an antivirus program. Antivirus programs can detect and remove Crypton Ransomware from your computer.
Is there a public decryption key for Crypton Ransomware?
No, there is no public decryption key for Crypton Ransomware.
Contact a data recovery service
If you have Crypton Ransomware and you cannot remove it or decrypt your files, we recommend you contact a data recovery service. Data recovery services specialize in helping people recover their data after a ransomware attack.
The cost of data recovery services can vary depending on the severity of the infection and the amount of data that needs to be recovered.
There are some risks associated with using data recovery services, including:
– You could end up paying for a service that doesn’t work: Be sure to do your research before choosing a data recovery service. There are many scams out there.
– The service could infect your computer with malware: Be sure to choose a reputable data recovery service.
– The service could leak your personal information: Be sure to choose a data recovery service that has a good privacy policy.
Since 2003, SalvageData has been recovering data for businesses, individuals, and government entities with over a 96.7% success rate. We offer a free evaluation to Crypton Ransomware victims. We can help you get your data back without paying the ransom.
If you would like to learn more about our Crypton Ransomware decryption service, please visit our website or give us a call at +1 (800) 972-3282.
We also offer the following services:
– Cryptocurrency Recovery: We can help you recover your lost or stolen cryptocurrency.
– Cybercrime Investigation: We can help you investigate and prosecute the criminals responsible for infecting your computer with Crypton Ransomware.
– Data Breach Response: We can help you contain and clean up after a data breach.
– eDiscovery: We can help you with all stages of the eDiscovery process.