Jhbg Ransomware
The Jhbg Ransomware is a potent variant based on the STOP/Djvu malware family. Although this fact means that the threat is largely identical to the other variants from the STOP/Djvu Ransomware family, victims will find that the destructive capability of the Jhbg Ransomware is massive. Indeed, compromised systems will be subjected to a data encryption routine that will affect almost all of the user's files. The uncrackable cryptographic algorithm ensures that only the hackers have the right decryption key that could unlock the affected data.
When Jhbg locks a file, it will change the original filename simultaneously as well. More specifically, the threat will mark each encrypted file by appending '.jhbg' to its name. Victims will also find that a new text file has been created on the breached device. This file named '_readme.txt' carries a ransom note with instructions from the cybercriminals.
Ransom Note's Details
Reading the message left by the Jhbg Ransomware reveals that the attackers are trying to extort the sum of $980 from their victims. In exchange, they promise to send a decryption tool and the key needed to restore the affected files. Of course, trusting the words of people responsible for the distribution of malware threats is extremely risky.
Still, the hackers try to lure their victims by also promising to drop the demanded price by 50% if they receive a message from the victim within 72 hours. As potential communication channels, the note left by the Jhbg Ransomware mentions two email addresses ( restorealldata@firemail.cc and gorentos@bitmessage.ch) and a Telegram account (@datarestore).
The full text of the instructions left by Jhbg Ransomware is:
'ATTENTION!
Don't worry, you can return all your files!
All your files like photos, 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:
https://we.tl/t-WbgTMF1Jmw
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:
restorealldata@firemail.ccReserve e-mail address to contact us:
gorentos@bitmessage.chOur Telegram account:
@datarestoreYour personal ID:'
