Xorist.A Ransomware

The detection of Xorist.A Ransomware on your system indicates a serious security threat that requires immediate attention. Ransomware is a type of malware designed to encrypt your files and demand payment in exchange for the decryption key. In this report, we will provide you with an overview of the threat, its operating methods, symptoms of infection, and steps to remove it from your system.

What Is Xorist.A Ransomware?

Xorist.A Ransomware is a malicious program that uses encryption to lock your files and prevent you from accessing them. The goal of the attackers is to extort money from you by demanding payment in exchange for the decryption key. This type of malware can spread through various means, including phishing emails, infected software downloads, and exploited vulnerabilities in your system or applications.

How Xorist.A Ransomware Operates

Once Xorist.A Ransomware infects your system, it will start scanning for files to encrypt. It may target various types of files, including documents, images, videos, and audio files. The malware uses a encryption algorithm to lock the files, making them inaccessible to you. The attackers will then demand payment, usually in cryptocurrency, in exchange for the decryption key. It's essential to note that paying the ransom does not guarantee that you will receive the decryption key or that your files will be restored.

Symptoms of Infection

There are several symptoms that may indicate your system is infected with Xorist.A Ransomware. These include:

• Files become inaccessible or are locked with a .extension
• A ransom note or demand for payment appears on your screen
• Unusual network activity or slow system performance
• Pop-ups or alerts warning you that your files are encrypted

If you notice any of these symptoms, it's crucial to take immediate action to prevent further damage.

How to Remove Xorist.A Ransomware

To remove Xorist.A Ransomware from your system, follow these steps:

1. Boot your system in Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading
2. Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter, to detect and remove the malware
3. Uninstall any suspicious programs or applications that may be related to the infection
4. Reset your web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions or add-ons
5. Reboot your system and perform another full scan to ensure the malware is completely removed

It's essential to note that removing the malware does not guarantee that your files will be restored. You may need to restore your files from a backup or use a data recovery tool to recover your data.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Xorist.A Ransomware is a serious security threat that requires immediate attention. By understanding how the malware operates, recognizing the symptoms of infection, and following the removal steps, you can help protect your system and data from this type of threat. It's essential to always be cautious when opening emails or downloading software from the internet and to keep your system and applications up to date with the latest security patches. Additionally, regularly backing up your important files can help you recover your data in case of an infection.

Analysis Report

General information

Family Name:	Xorist.A Ransomware
Packers:	UPX
Signature status:	No Signature

Known Samples

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Known Samples

This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.

MD5: 95c7b5d3a3ad2d49801f149344a8a334 SHA1: 7a78e133c8a04c98561e15254a96b1fa16a39262 SHA256: 6B0D4171FEFBDE4EFB177A3DDA4FB44D4521A664B9E781B8CCA04130FB00DE49 File Size: 242.69 KB, 242688 bytes

Windows Portable Executable Attributes

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Windows Portable Executable Attributes

This section lists file attributes found within family samples. These attributes are extracted from the files’ Windows PE (Portable Executable) specification and various system flags. Portable Executable Attributes give malware researchers insight into a file’s functionality, executable details, platform and runtime environment.

• File doesn't have "Rich" header
• File doesn't have debug information
• File doesn't have exports table
• File doesn't have relocations information
• File doesn't have security information
• File has been packed
• File is 32-bit executable
• File is either console or GUI application
• File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
• File is Native application (NOT .NET application)

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• IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
• IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)

File Icons

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File Icons

This section displays icon resources found within family samples. Malware often replicates icons commonly associated with legitimate software to mislead users into believing the malware is safe.

File Traits

• No Version Info
• packed
• x86

Block Information

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Block Information

During analysis, EnigmaSoft breaks file samples into logical blocks for classification and comparison with other samples. Blocks can be used to generate malware detection rules and to group file samples into families based on shared source code, functionality and other distinguishing attributes and characteristics. This section lists a summary of this block data, as well as its classification by EnigmaSoft. A visual representation of the block data is also displayed, where available.

Total Blocks:	36
Potentially Malicious Blocks:	30
Whitelisted Blocks:	6
Unknown Blocks:	0

Visual Map

x x x x x 0 x x x x 0 x x x x x x x x x x 0 0 x x x x x x x 0 x 0 x x x

0 - Probable Safe Block
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block

Similar Families

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Similar Families

This section lists other families that share similarities with this family, based on EnigmaSoft’s analysis. Many malware families are created from the same malware toolkits and use the same packing and encryption techniques but uniquely extend functionality. Similar families may also share source code, attributes, icons, subcomponents, compromised and/or invalid digital signatures, and network characteristics. Researchers leverage these similarities to rapidly and effectively triage file samples and extend malware detection rules.

• Xorist.A
• Xorist.E
• Xorist.H
• Xorist.I

Files Modified

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Files Modified

This section lists files that were created, modified, moved and/or deleted by samples in this family. File system activity can provide valuable insight into how malware functions on the operating system.

File	Attributes
	Generic Write,Read Attributes
\\	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\n9118066ootj11j.exe	Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data,Delete,LEFT 262144
c:\users\user\appdata\local\temp\n9118066ootj11j.exe	Generic Write,Read Attributes

Registry Modifications

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Registry Modifications

This section lists registry keys and values that were created, modified and/or deleted by samples in this family. Windows Registry activity can provide valuable insight into malware functionality. Additionally, malware often creates registry values to allow itself to automatically start and indefinitely persist after an initial infection has compromised the system.

Key::Value	Data	API Name
HKLM\software\wow6432node\microsoft\windows\currentversion\run::alcmeter	C:\Users\Cdmzbfln\AppData\Local\Temp\N9118066oOTJ11j.exe	RegNtPreCreateKey
HKLM\software\classes\.bitanos::	OJCFIHGCSZUUAPE	RegNtPreCreateKey
HKLM\software\classes\ojcfihgcszuuape::	CRYPTED!	RegNtPreCreateKey
HKLM\software\classes\ojcfihgcszuuape\defaulticon::	C:\Users\Cdmzbfln\AppData\Local\Temp\N9118066oOTJ11j.exe,0	RegNtPreCreateKey
HKLM\software\classes\ojcfihgcszuuape\shell\open\command::	C:\Users\Cdmzbfln\AppData\Local\Temp\N9118066oOTJ11j.exe	RegNtPreCreateKey