Bundesamt für sicherheit in der informationstechnik virus

Should your desktop access get blocked by a huge notification which claims that you have been involved in illegal activities; chances are that you have been infected with a Trojan that distributes Bundesamt für sicherheit in der informationstechnik virus. This name refers to a variety of ransomware infections that target computer users in Germany. The infection itself may be extremely frustrating especially as it does not allow you to access your files, but you can remove Bundesamt für sicherheit in der informationstechnik virus with a reliable computer security application, and you definitely should not send a single cent to the cyber criminals behind this scam.

On the one hand, Bundesamt für sicherheit in der informationstechnik virus does not present us with anything unexpected, because it is just one of the many ransomware programs that come from Ukash Virus family of computer infections. As such, it is directly related to FBI MoneyPak, GVU Virus, Bundespolizei Virus and a list of other infections that have been terrorizing users for over 2 years now. Bundesamt für sicherheit in der informationstechnik virus enters your computer via Trojan infection that usually hides in fake online malware scanners, social engineering messages or even bundled freeware setup files. Once you run the Trojan’s setup file, Bundesamt für sicherheit in der informationstechnik virus gets installed onto your computer and after a restart you are presented with a notification that requires you to pay a pre-determined fine via alternative payment system:

ACHTUNG! Ihr Computer ist aus einem oder mehreren der unten aufgeführten Gründe gesperrt.

Sie haben gegen das Gesetz über “Urheberrecht und verwandte Schutzrechte” (Video, Musik, Software) verstoßen un unrechtmaßig urheberrechtliche inhalte genutzt, bzw, verbreitet und somit gegen Art. 128 des Strafgesetzbuches der Bundesrepublik Deutschland verstoßen.

The notification displayed on your screen may differ according to which version of Bundesamt für sicherheit in der informationstechnik virus you have been infected with. What is more, most often users are asked to transfer 100 euro via PaySafeCard or Ukash alternative payment systems, but the fine amount may also differ.

The main problem with Bundesamt für sicherheit in der informationstechnik virus is that the notification displayed by this infection looks legal. It carries the insignia of German law enforcement offices and with all the articles spelled out it may really seem that user has violated several laws and thus he/she might face criminal charges at court. Nevertheless, all the claims presented in the notification are absolute lies devised to push the unsuspecting user into paying the fine for something he/she has not committed.

Rather than spending your money for nothing, you should follow the instructions below and unlock your computer. Once you get your desktop back, acquire a reliable computer security application that will help you delete Bundesamt für sicherheit in der informationstechnik virus once and for all. Do not forget that you should remove all the other infections (such as Trojans or worms) that are most probably hiding in your system to avoid similar problems in the future.

How to unlock your PC

Windows 8

1. Press Windows key and metro Start menu will open.
2. Click the Internet Explorer tile and type http://www.pcthreat.com/download-sph into the address bar. Press Enter.
3. Click Run on the download dialog box and install SpyHunter.
4. Launch the program and run a full system scan.

Windows Vista & Windows 7

1. Reboot the PC and tap F8 repeatedly once BIOS screen disappears.
2. Use arrow keys to navigate and select Safe Mode with Networking. Press Enter.
3. Access http://www.pcthreat.com/download-sph and download the program.
4. Install SpyHunter and scan your PC.

Windows XP

1. Follow the steps 1 and 2 above.
2. Click Yes when the confirmation box appears.
3. Download SpyHunter.
4. Click Start menu button and launch Run.
5. Type “msconfig” into Open box and click OK.
6. Open Startup tab on System Configuration Utility.
7. Click Disable all button and press OK.
8. Reboot the PC in Normal Mode.
9. Install SpyHunter and run a full system scan.

In case you encounter any difficulties while trying to unlock your PC, do not hesitate to leave us a comment in the box below.