What is CryptConsole?

CryptConsole is a type of ransomware that encrypts your files and demand a ransom to decrypt them.

How does CryptConsole Ransomware get on your computer?

This threat usually comes through email attachments or infected websites.

What does CryptConsole Ransomware do?

Once it's on your computer, CryptConsole Ransomware will scan your hard drive for certain file types and encrypt them. CryptConsole will encrypt your files using a strong encryption algorithm. Once your files are encrypted, you will not be able to access them without the decryption key. This ransomware will then display a ransom note with instructions on how to pay the ransom and decrypt your files. CryptConsole will also append the “.locked” extension to the encrypted files.

What encryption algorithm does CryptConsole use?

CryptConsole uses the AES encryption algorithm to encrypt your files.

What types of files does CryptConsole encrypt?

CryptConsole Ransomware usually targets important file types, such as documents, images, videos, and more.

History

CryptConsole was first spotted in the wild in August 2016.The biggest CryptConsole campaign was in November 2016 when CryptConsole Ransomware was sent out via email attachments posing as invoices.CryptConsole has been seen used in targeted attacks against businesses.

How much is the ransom?

The ransom amount will vary depending on how much CryptConsole Ransomware is encrypted. The average ransom is $500. CryptConsole uses different payment methods, such as Bitcoin and Monero.

Protection

You can protect yourself from CryptConsole Ransomware by being careful when opening email attachments and only downloading files from trusted websites. You should also have a reliable anti-malware program installed on your computer to protect it from malware and ransomware threats.

What should you do if it infected you?

Do not pay the ransom. There is no guarantee that you will get your files back even if you do pay. Instead, focus on removing CryptConsole Ransomware from your computer and then restoring your files from a backup.

How to remove it?

If you have CryptConsole on your computer, you can use a reputable anti-malware program to remove it. You can also try to decrypt your files using a free decryption tool if one is available. CryptConsole Ransomware is a serious threat and should not be removed manually.

Is there a public decryption tool?

There is currently no public decryption tool available for CryptConsole Ransomware.

Contact a data recovery service

If you have CryptConsole Ransomware on your computer, you can contact SalvageData Recovery Services for help. We are a data recovery service with over 10 years of experience in ransomware removal and file decryption. SalvageData experts can help you recover your files without paying the ransom. We have a success rate of 96% and offer a free evaluation to see if we can recover your files. Contact us right now to get started.

How much does it cost to use SalvageData Recovery Services?

The cost of our services depends on the severity of the infection and the amount of data that needs to be recovered. Contact us today for a free quote.