What is BankAccountSummary ransomware?

BankAccountSummary is a virus that encrypts your files and demands a ransom for the decryption key. This type of malware is particularly dangerous because it can hold your personal and financial information hostage until you pay the ransom. BankAccountSummary ransomware is spread through email attachments, malicious websites, and fake software updates. Once it’s on your system, the virus will start encrypting your files and displaying a ransom note demanding payment in Bitcoin. In some cases, BankAccountSummary ransomware will also delete your backups to prevent you from recovering your data without paying the ransom.

History

BankAccountSummary ransomware was first discovered in August 2019 by researchers at MalwareHunterTeam. The initial version of the virus only targeted businesses, but BankAccountSummary developers released a new variant in November 2019 that also targets individual users. We believe BankAccountSummary ransomware to be part of the REvil (also known as Sodinokibi) ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) platform. This RaaS allows anyone to become a distributor of the BankAccountSummary ransomware by paying a percentage of the ransom payments they collect.The biggest BankAccountSummary ransomware attack to date occurred in December 2019, when the virus was used to attack the network of a US-based law firm. The attack resulted in the encrypted files of more than 500 clients being held for ransom.

Ransom note

Once BankAccountSummary ransomware has finished encrypting your files, it will display a ransom note named “BankAccountSummary-DECRYPT.txt”. This note contains instructions on how to pay the ransom and decrypt your files. The note also includes a unique ID that is used to identify your encrypted files. BankAccountSummary ransomware demands payment in Bitcoin, and the amount you are asked to pay will depend on how much data you have. The ransom note states that you have 72 hours to pay the ransom, after which the price will double. It also threatened to delete your files if you attempt to remove the virus without paying the ransom.

Protection against BankAccountSummary ransomware

BankAccountSummary ransomware is a serious threat to your personal and financial information. The best way to protect yourself from this virus is to practice good cyber hygiene. Always be cautious when opening email attachments, even if they appear from a trusted sender. Don’t click on links or download files from unfamiliar websites. Keep your anti-virus software up-to-date and make sure to run regular backups of your important files.

What to do if you’re infected with BankAccountSummary ransomware?

If you suspect that it has infected you with BankAccountSummary ransomware, the first thing you should do is disconnect from the internet to prevent the virus from encrypting any more of your files. Then, run a full scan of your system with anti-virus software. If your files have been encrypted, you should not pay the ransom. There is no guarantee that you will get your data back, and you may be putting yourself at risk of identity theft or financial fraud. Instead, focus on restoring your files from a backup. If you don’t have a backup, you may be able to use file recovery software to recover some of your data.

Is there a public decryption tool?

There is no public decryption tool available for BankAccountSummary ransomware.

Contact ransomware data recovery specialists

If you can’t restore your files from a backup or with file recovery software, you may need to contact a ransomware data recovery specialist.SalvageData experts have experience dealing with BankAccountSummary ransomware and may be able to help you recover your data without paying the ransom. Do not attempt to remove BankAccountSummary ransomware without professional help, as you may inadvertently damage your files or make it impossible to recover them.SalvageData Recovery Services:-Award-Winning Service with Over 19 Years of Experience-Free Diagnosis and Quote-No Data, No Charge Guarantee-24/7 Emergency Service-ISO 27001 Certified & SOC 2 Type II CompliantClick here to get help now.