NamPoHyu Ransomware
The NamPoHyu Ransomware Trojan is designed to lock victims' files. The NamPoHyu Ransomware is generally delivered via corrupted spam email messages, as well as through fake file downloads. Once installed, the NamPoHyu Ransomware uses a strong encryption algorithm to make the victim's files inaccessible, taking them hostage, and then it demands a ransom payment from the victim. The NamPoHyu Ransomware targets the user-generated files, which may include files with the following file extensions:
.jpg, .jpeg, .raw, .tif, .gif, .png, .bmp, .3dm, .max, .accdb, .db, .dbf, .mdb, .pdb, .sql, .dwg, .dxf, .cpp, .cs, .h, .php, .asp, .rb, .java, .jar, .class, .py, .js, .aaf, .aep, .aepx, .plb, .prel, .prproj, .aet, .ppj, .psd, .indd, .indl, .indt, .indb, .inx, .idml, .pmd, .xqx, .xqx, .ai, .eps, .ps, .svg, .swf, .fla, .as3, .as, .txt, .doc, .dot, .docx, .docm, .dotx, .dotm, .docb, .rtf, .wpd, .wps, .msg, .pdf, .xls, .xlt, .xlm, .xlsx, .xlsm, .xltx, .xltm, .xlsb, .xla, .xlam, .xll, .xlw, .ppt, .pot, .pps, .pptx, .pptm, .potx, .potm, .ppam, .ppsx, .ppsm, .sldx, .sldm, .wav, .mp3, .aif, .iff, .m3u, .m4u, .mid, .mpa, .wma, .ra, .avi, .mov, .mp4, .3gp, .mpeg, .3g2, .asf, .asx, .flv, .mpg, .wmv, .vob, .m3u8, .dat, .csv, .efx, .sdf, .vcf, .xml, .ses, .qbw, .qbb, .qbm, .qbi, .qbr , .cnt, .des, .v30, .qbo, .ini, .lgb, .qwc, .qbp, .aif, .qba, .tlg, .qbx, .qby , .1pa, .qpd, .txt, .set, .iif, .nd, .rtp, .tlg, .wav, .qsm, .qss, .qst, .fx0, .fx1, .mx0, .fpx, .fxr, .fim, .ptb, .ai, .pfb, .cgn, .vsd, .cdr, .cmx, .cpt, .csl, .cur, .des, .dsf, .ds4, , .drw, .eps, .ps, .prn, .gif, .pcd, .pct, .pcx, .plt, .rif, .svg, .swf, .tga, .tiff, .psp, .ttf, .wpd, .wpg, .wi, .raw, .wmf, .txt, .cal, .cpx, .shw, .clk, .cdx, .cdt, .fpx, .fmv, .img, .gem, .xcf, .pic, .mac, .met, .pp4, .pp5, .ppf, .nap, .pat, .ps, .prn, .sct, .vsd, .wk3, .wk4, .xpm, .zip, .rar.
The NamPoHyu Ransomware's Exceptionally Long Ransom Note
The NamPoHyu Ransomware ransom note is much longer than one would find in most of these threats. It even includes a FAQ section. The criminals ask for a payment of 250 USD to restore access to the victim's files. The full text of the NamPoHyu Ransomware ransom note:
'What happened to your files ?
All of your files were protected by a strong encryption with AES cbc-128 using NamPoHyu Virus.
What does this mean ?
This means that the structure and data within your files have been irrevocably changed,
you will not be able to work with them, read them or see them,
it is the same thing as losing them forever, but with our help, you can restore them.
The encryption key and ID are unique to your computer, so you are guaranteed to be able to return your files.
Your unique id: 02DCED685XXXXXXXXX41863
What do I do ?
You can buy decryption for 250$.
But before you pay, you can make sure that we can really decrypt any of your files.
To do this:
1) Download and install Tor Browser ( https://www.torproject.org/download/ )
2) Open the http://qlcd3bgmyv4kvztb.onion/index.php?id=23CAEC83B8FF4ED5A89A8E19B0D7E85C web page in the Tor Browser and follow the instructions.
FAQ:
How much time do I have to pay for decryption?
You have 10 days to pay for the ransom after decrypting the test files.
The number of bitcoins for payment is fixed at the rate at the time of decryption of test files.
Keep in mind that some exchangers delay payment for 1-3 days! Also keep in mind that Bitcoin is a very volatile currency,
its rate can be both stable and change very quickly. Therefore, we recommend that you make payment within a few hours.
How to contact you?
We do not support any contact.
What are the guarantees that I can decrypt my files after paying the ransom?
Your main guarantee is the ability to decrypt test files.
This means that we can decrypt all your files after paying the ransom.
We have no reason to deceive you after receiving the ransom, since we are not barbarians and moreover it will harm our business.
How do I pay the ransom?
After decrypting the test files, you will see the amount of payment in bitcoins and a bitcoin wallet for payment.
Depending on your location, you can pay the ransom in different ways.
Use Google to find information on how to buy bitcoins in your country or use the help of more experienced friends.
Here are some links: https://buy.blockexplorer.com – payment by bank card
https://www.buybitcoinworldwide.com
https://localbitcoins.net
How can I decrypt my files?
After confirmation of payment (it usually takes 8 hours, maximum 24 hours)
you will see on this page ( http://qlcd3bgmyv4kvztb.onion/index.php?id=02DCED685XXXXXXXXX3C0DFD0E241863 ) a link to download the decryptor and your aes-key
(for this, simply re-enter (refresh) this page a day after payment)
Download the program and run it.
Attention! Disable all anti-virus programs, they can block the work of the decoder!
Copy aes-key to the appropriate field and select the folder to decrypt.
The program will scan and decrypt all encrypted files in the selected folder and its subfolders.
We recommend that you first create a test folder and copy several encrypted files into it to verify the decryption.'
Computer users need to withhold from paying the NamPoHyu Ransomware ransom or following the instructions in the above ransom note.
Protecting Your Data from the NamPoHyu Ransomware
The best protection against the NamPoHyu Ransomware is to have backup copies of your data. Having file backups ensures that any data encrypted by the NamPoHyu Ransomware is not lost permanently. Malware researchers advise computer users to install a security program that is fully up-to-date and use this to protect their computers from intrusion by threats like the NamPoHyu Ransomware, apart from file backups.
