Cryptolocker 1.0.0 Ransomware

Cryptolocker 1.0.0 Ransomware is a dangerous threat that is most likely to be targeted at Windows users who live in Turkey. Although the name of this infection reminds us of the infamous Cryptolocker Ransomware, our research team has not found any links to this family. It appears that the creator of this threat has chosen the name randomly. The number attached to the name indicates that this is only the first version of this threat, and it is possible that new versions will emerge, considering that this first version is kind of weak. First of all, it is not capable of encrypting files, which, of course, is its main task. Second, it appears that the threat should use SMTP to transmit data, which might include encryption keys, and that has not been set up yet. Regardless, the new and upgraded version of this infection could emerge at any point, and so we have to discuss all of the dangers that the victims might face. In case your files have been encrypted by this malicious threat, do not rush to remove Cryptolocker 1.0.0 Ransomware. Though it is highly important to delete this threat, you do not want to make any wrong moves.

According to our research, it is most probable that the malicious Cryptolocker 1.0.0 Ransomware will be distributed via spam emails. Do you know how that works? The distributor of the threat conceals the executable of the threat – for example, it might be represented as the AdobeAcrobatDocument file – and the message representing it pushes you into opening it. One click is all that it might take for the threat to slither into your operating system, and you might not notice it. Once the ransomware slithers in, it should employ the AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) algorithm to encrypt your personal files. It is not yet known if Cryptolocker 1.0.0 Ransomware would attach a unique extension to the files it encrypted, but it is possible that you will find a random extension. Unfortunately, the ransomware can encrypt hundreds of different types of files, which means that personal photos, documents, and other files are likely to be encrypted by this malicious threat. Once that happens, it is unlikely that you will be able to do anything about it. The encryption algorithm is complicated, and so you are unlikely to be able to crack it and decrypt your files yourself. Software that could do that does not exist either. Of course, cyber criminals provide you with one option.

As soon as the encryption of your files is complete, Cryptolocker 1.0.0 Ransomware should introduce you to a window with information regarding your files. Also, three buttons should be added as well. The red button, allegedly, removes all encrypted files so that you would not need to worry about the decryption. The blue button should provide you with the decryption option, but only after you communicate with cyber criminals, and you should be able to do by clicking the white button called “SEND EMAIL.”Obviously, if you are able to communicate with the creator of Cryptolocker 1.0.0 Ransomware, you will be asked to pay a ransom in return of a decryption key that you should be able to apply in the “Decrypter” window. At the time of research, it was not possible to communicate with cyber criminals, and we do not know if the threat was even capable of creating the decryption key. Unfortunately, it is possible that you will not get the key even if you the ransom.

It is very important that you delete Cryptolocker 1.0.0 Ransomware from your operating system, but you need to take care of the encrypted files first. Will you risk it all and pay the ransom? Will you recover your files from backup? Will you accept the loss? Once you make the final decision, you can take care of the removal of the ransomware as well. The best thing, of course, would be to install an anti-malware tool to have all threats eliminated from your operating system automatically. If that is not what you want, you can try to remove the infection manually. Keep in mind that the name and the location of the main .exe file are unknown, and it is up to you to find and delete it. If you cannot do that, stick with automatic removal.

Cryptolocker 1.0.0 Ransomware Removal

1. Identify the malicious .exe file and right-click it.
2. Delete the file and then Empty Recycle Bin.
3. Scan your PC using a reliable malware scanner.
4. If any leftovers are found, delete them immediately.