Aeur Ransomware

The Aeur Ransomware is yet another threat spawned from the infamous and rather prolific STOP/Djvu Ransomware family. Ransomware creators are still churning out new variants from the STOP/Djvu malware family and infosec researchers are detecting new threats almost daily. The Aeur Ransomware doesn't exhibit any major distinguishing characteristics, apart from the extension it uses to mark all encrypted files - '.aeur.' Still, the threat is capable of wreaking havoc on compromised systems and shouldn't be underestimated. The files it locks via an uncrackable encryption process will be held as hostages, while the victims will be extorted for money. Detailed instructions will be provided inside a text file named '_readme.'

Aeur Ransomware's Demands

The text of the note is virtually identical to the one delivered by other STOP/Djvu variants. The hackers demand to receive the sum of $980 if they are to provide their victims with the decryption key and tool necessary for the restoration of the locked data. The usual offer to reduce the ransom by 50% down to $490 is also here. The only requirement is for the affected users to reach out and establish contact during the 72 hours following the ransomware infection. Two email addresses - 'manager@mailtemp.ch' and 'managerhelper@airmail.cc,' can be used as communication channels. Victims can attach a single encrypted file to their messages. The hackers would then try to decrypt it and send it back unlocked as a demonstration of their ability to restore the affected data.

Still, it is not a good idea to trust the people responsible for unleashing ransomware attacks. Instead of potentially exposing yourself to more security risks, look for a suitable backup that can be used to restore the encrypted file. There are two extremely important steps that must be taken beforehand, though. First, clean the compromised system with a professional anti-malware product. Second, make sure that the backup was created before the malware threat had infiltrated the device.

The full text of Aeur Ransomware's note is:

'ATTENTION!

Don't worry, you can return all your files!
All your files like pictures, databases, documents and other important are encrypted with strongest encryption and unique key.
The only method of recovering files is to purchase decrypt tool and unique key for you.
This software will decrypt all your encrypted files.
What guarantees you have?
You can send one of your encrypted file from your PC and we decrypt it for free.
But we can decrypt only 1 file for free. File must not contain valuable information.
You can get and look video overview decrypt tool:
hxxps://we.tl/t-rbzFCkr9sY
Price of private key and decrypt software is $980.
Discount 50% available if you contact us first 72 hours, that's price for you is $490.
Please note that you'll never restore your data without payment.
Check your e-mail "Spam" or "Junk" folder if you don't get answer more than 6 hours.

To get this software you need write on our e-mail:
manager@mailtemp.ch

Reserve e-mail address to contact us:
managerhelper@airmail.cc

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