History

Cybercriminals created Black Shades Ransomware to extort money from victims by encrypting their files and demanding a ransom for the decryption key. This type of malware is particularly dangerous because it can spread quickly and encrypt many files, making it difficult for victims to recover their data.Black Shades Ransomware was first discovered in May 2017. At that time, it was being distributed through phishing emails that contained malicious attachments. Once the attachment was opened, the ransomware would encrypt the victim’s files and append the “.blackshades” extension to them. A ransom note would then be displayed, instructing the victim on how to pay the ransom and decrypt their files.The ransom typically ranges from $200 to $500 and must be paid in Bitcoin. Black Shades Ransomware is unique in that it provides victims with a live chat support feature, allowing them to contact the attackers and negotiate the ransom amount.Black Shades Ransomware uses the AES-256 encryption algorithm to encrypt victims’ files.

What type of files does Black Shades Ransomware encrypt?

Black Shades Ransomware will encrypt almost all types of files on a victim’s computer. This includes important personal and business files, such as documents, photos, videos, and more. Once these files are encrypted, they will be impossible to open without the decryption key, which is only known by the attackers.

What was the biggest Black Shades Ransomware attack?

The Black Shades Ransomware attack occurred on May 12, 2017, and affected more than 500,000 victims in over 150 countries. The ransomware encrypted victims’ files and demanded a ransom of $300 in Bitcoin for the decryption key.

How to prevent:

Be very careful when opening email attachments, even if they appear to come from a trusted source. It is also important to have a reliable backup solution in place so that you can recover your data if it is encrypted by ransomware.Prevention is the best way to protect yourself from Black Shades Ransomware and other types of ransomware.

If you have been infected with Black Shades Ransomware, you should:

1. Do not pay the ransom. There is no guarantee that your files will be decrypted even if you do pay.
2. Use a reliable anti-malware program to remove the ransomware from your computer.
3. Use a data recovery program to attempt to recover any encrypted files.
4. If you do not have a backup, you may be able to use a file recovery program to recover some of your lost data.

Is there a public decryption tool available for Black Shades Ransomware?

No, there is no public decryption tool available for Black Shades.

Contact a data recovery service

If your computer or network has been breached by Black Shades Ransomware, you’ll need to get in touch with a data recovery expert to explore possible solutions. SALVAGEDATA offers a free initial and comprehensive assessment to determine possible solutions for you. So get in touch right away!