And yet another Ransomware hybrid
Contributed by: Email on 04/14/2012 02:23 PM
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This new ransomware is a hybrid that tries to convince users that they are about to be sued in violation of the new SOPA ( Stop Online Piracy Act). The solution is for the user to purchase a fake anti-virus program.
The ransomware purports to have detected illegal torrent files on the users computer and offers to circumvent the problem by activating an anonymous data transfer protocol.
MalwareBytes was the first to detect this SFX Fake AV program. The fake program will disable your real AV software, shut down process explorer and impedes browser access. It then demands credit card info as payment for the fake security solution.
SOPA was eventually shelved altogether following a loss of support from various influential corporations and a significant public outcry. Needless to say, you cant get sued (or prosecuted) for violating a bill that never became law.
If you have been infected with this new ransomware, contact the MajorGeeks Malware team.
The ransomware purports to have detected illegal torrent files on the users computer and offers to circumvent the problem by activating an anonymous data transfer protocol.
MalwareBytes was the first to detect this SFX Fake AV program. The fake program will disable your real AV software, shut down process explorer and impedes browser access. It then demands credit card info as payment for the fake security solution.
"SFX Fake AV is morphing at a relatively fast rate, so it is something that signature-based vendors will have to watch out for as there will be an increasing number of variants in the wild, Bruce Harrison of Malwarebytes told The Register. Also, the use of Dropbox as a delivery mechanism is something that the industry is going to have to take into account and protect against, as it is an emerging trend."
SOPA was eventually shelved altogether following a loss of support from various influential corporations and a significant public outcry. Needless to say, you cant get sued (or prosecuted) for violating a bill that never became law.
If you have been infected with this new ransomware, contact the MajorGeeks Malware team.
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