What is the Crypto Locker Virus and how can PC Avoid this Malware?

What is CryptoLocker virus?

The CryptoLocker virus comes in the category of Trojan. It runs on the Microsoft windows platform and was first detected in the year 2013. It was a ransom Trojan that enters in a system different sources. One of the main sources is email and zipped attachments. The ZIP file has an exe file with an icon of a PDF file. Now, as we all know, Windows does not show the file extension. People who are professionals will definitely check the file's extension, but a person who is not so familiar with the computers will become an easy target.

How does CryptoLocker Virus Work?

The CryptoLocker virus can easily infiltrate into a computer without your information. Once it enters in your PC, an error message will appear on your PC stating that “Your personal files are encrypted”. But in reality, it is just a scam created by the hackers who wants to steal money from innocent people. Therefore, it is very important to remove CryptoLocker virus from computer effectively to prevent unwanted damage.

This is how Cryptolocker works in your computer.  The best way to be away from such virus is by using a reliable anti malware software like OptimoAV. Apart from that a lot of virus removal software and techniques are available on the internet. You can also follow them. Below mentioned are the ways to be safe from it.

How to be safe from it?

1.      The best way to beware from the CryptoLocker virus is by keeping your PC protected from reliable antivirus software like OptimoAV. Also keep the antivirus software up to date by using update patches.

2.      Never open any suspicious files or emails.

3.      Before transferring any data from the USB and DVD’s, scan it for any viruses.

4.      Always keep a backup of your PC data and store it separate from your PC. It is because the CryptoLocker virus can encrypt your PC backup as well. If you are having a backup of data, then there will be less chances of your data getting lost. In future you can recover any lost file very easily.

5.      At the last, awareness and education is a must. PC users will have to be a little suspicious about all the email attachments. If you are not sure about the legitimacy of the email sender, then do not open it and delete it at once.