Zendaya Ransomware
Zendaya is a threatening ransomware program. Upon execution, the Zendaya Ransomware encrypts files and changes their filenames by appending a unique ID, the cyber criminals' email address, and a '.Zendaya' extension. For example, a file named '1.jpg' would appear as '1.jpg.(MJ-VY3946857120)(Decryption.helper@aol.com).Zendaya.' Once the encryption process is completed, Zendaya creates identical ransom notes – 'Decryption-Guide.HTA' and 'Decryption-Guide.txt.' These notes contain instructions on how to contact the cybercriminals to pay for the decryption key needed to unlock encrypted files. However, keep in mind that paying the ransom does not guarantee that you will get your data back or that you will be safe from future attacks; therefore, it is best to avoid paying any ransom demands and instead focus on restoring your data from backups or other secure sources.
Zendaya Ransomware's Demands
The Zendaya Ransomware ransom note provides victims with an email address (Decryption.helper@aol.com) where they can contact the attackers for further instructions. A secondary backup email (Decryption.help@cyberfear.com also is supplied in case of no answer after messaging the first one. According to the threat actor's message, victims must find and send a specific file from the breached devices that is supposed to have a name similar to 'RSAKEY.KEY.' It is strongly suggested that those affected by the Zendaya Ransomware take preventive measures to protect their data and remain vigilant while online. The Zendaya Ransomware belongs to the VoidCrypt family.
How to Stop the Zendaya Ransomware Attacks
To protect against ransomware, it is essential to understand what good security practices can be implemented. Both organizations and individual users should back up their data regularly and make sure that it is stored in an isolated system. Devices also should have all software updates installed. Computer users should avoid clicking on suspicious links or attachments from unknown sources. Additionally, organizations should practice the 'principle of least privilege' and only enable access privileges where they are absolutely necessary. Finally, professional malware detection and anti-malware solutions also should be enabled on the computers and devices.
The full text of the threat's ransom note is:
'Your Files Are Has Been Locked
Your Files Has Been Encrypted with cryptography Algorithm
If You Need Your Files And They are Important to You, Dont be shy Send Me an Email
Send Test File + The Key File on Your System (File Exist in C:/ProgramData example : RSAKEY-SE-24r6t523 pr RSAKEY.KEY) to Make Sure Your Files Can be Restored
Make an Agreement on Price with me and Pay
Get Decryption Tool + RSA Key AND Instruction For Decryption Process
Attention:
1- Do Not Rename or Modify The Files (You May loose That file)
2- Do Not Try To Use 3rd Party Apps or Recovery Tools ( if You want to do that make an copy from Files and try on them and Waste Your time )
3-Do not Reinstall Operation System(Windows) You may loose the key File and Loose Your Files
4-Do Not Always Trust to Middle mans and negotiators (some of them are good but some of them agree on 4000usd for example and Asked 10000usd From Client) this Was happened
Your Case ID :-
OUR Email :Decryption.helper@aol.com
in Case of no answer: Decryption.help@cyberfear.com'
