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    Places where Ransomware and Malware Can Hide

    Places where ransomware and malware hides themselves in the system:

    • Windows registry
    • Critical system files
    • Temporary folders
    • Word files
    • Ink Files

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    I agree with this post.

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    Some malware will modify Windows registry keys in order to establish a position among the «Autoruns» which allows the malware is launched every time the operating system is launched.

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    Ransomware hides in
    WINDOWS\SYSTEM32
    WINDOWS
    internet cache
    Users folder

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    That's true. Also, ransomware has been popping up recently in these four places where it could be hiding in your business-

    Advertisements on Microsoft’s Skype Application
    One type of ransomware called "Fantom", can be disguised as a Microsoft Windows update
    In Google Play - Mobile ransomware is exploding in popularity right now and
    Email Inboxes - Email is still one of the top ways that hackers are deploying ransomware

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    I think government agencies have taken mandatory steps to come over this issue and situation is under control.

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    Some viruses will change Pc registry important factors in order to determine a position among the «Autoruns» which allows the viruses is released every time the os is released.

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    list of dedicated tools that can be used to achieve clean-up, detection and even – in a very small number of specific cases – decryption.

    - AVG's ransomware decryption tools
    - Trend Micro lock screen ransomware tool
    - Avast anti-ransomware tools
    - BitDefender anti-ransomware
    - Kaspersky anti-ransomware tool

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    Can anyone let me know how to remove those malware files?

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    Mostly the ransomware used to find the the windows registry. After that you can check them in the critical system files , temporary files, .ink files and word files.
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    The increase in the number of advanced persistent threats or APTs ransomware along with other rising vulnerabilities is a clear indicator for showing that hidden viruses are something that holds a significant amount of threat and needs to be monitored regularly. IT professionals of your organization need to be well prepared for the new forms of malware and ransomware that can be of great danger.

    So, here I'm going to share 3 potential places or locations where APTs, ransomware and other malware can hide in your network-

    Critical System Files

    This is one of the most dangerous spots used by sophisticated malware to hide. In the past, many malware files were used for either replacing or altering the pre-existing critical system files and these were distinguished by a foreign language or metadata that is visible in the attribute certifiable act (ACT) of the signed files.

    Windows Registry

    Some malware can modify Windows Registry Keys for establishing themselves among the "autoruns" or even ensuring that malware is launched at the same time as that of the launch of an OS. Today, several malware modifies the registry key as a channel for ensuring long-termed stays in a network.

    Temporary Folders

    Operating systems contain a number of temporary folders. These files have become an inherent part of the OS. These temporary folders are by default in the writeable form to all the users for enabling Internet browsing, creating Excel spreadsheets and other activities. Due to the loosely-coupled security in these temporary folders, it has become commonplace for the malware and ransomware to hide themselves and execute themselves with immediate effect.

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