Nuke is a type of malware that encrypts your files and demands a ransom for the decryption key. It is unique in that it uses the Windows Command Line Utility to encrypt your files.When Nuke infects your computer, it will scan for all the files on your hard drive and encrypt them. Once your files have been encrypted, Nuke will display a ransom note that demands you pay a certain amount of money to get the decryption key.

History

It was first discovered in early 2016. Nuke is a variant of the Hidden Tear open-source Ransomware. Nuke is written in the C++ programming language.

How does Nuke Ransomware spread?

It spreads through email attachments and links to malicious websites. Also, this ransomware can spread through peer-to-peer (P2P) file-sharing networks. Nuke will spread to any computer that is connected to the same network as an infected computer.

What types of files does Nuke encrypt?

It will encrypt most types of files, including documents, images, music, and videos. Also, Nuke will encrypt important system files.

How do I know if my computer is infected with Nuke Ransomware?

This ransomware will usually display a ransom note that demands you pay a certain amount of money in order to get the decryption key. It will also change your desktop wallpaper to an image that contains the ransom note. Also, Nuke will add the ".nuked" extension to all of the encrypted files.

How much does Nuke ransomware cost?

The price may vary depending on the amount of money the cyber criminals think you can afford to pay, so be very careful when negotiating with them.Nuke Ransomware typically costs between $200 and $500 in Bitcoin.Nuke will give you a discount if you pay within 24 hours. It will double the price if you don’t pay within 72 hours. Also, Nuke will delete your files if you don’t pay within one week.

Protection

There are some ways you can protect your computer from Nuke ransomware. First, you should always have a backup of your important files. That way, if you do get infected, you can just restore your files from the backup. Second, you should install an anti-malware program that can detect and remove Nuke ransomware. And finally, you should be very careful about what emails you open and what links you click on. Also, you should avoid downloading anything from untrustworthy websites.

What should I do if my computer is infected with Nuke Ransomware?

First of all, you should disconnect your computer from the internet to prevent the Nuke ransomware from encrypting any more files. Then you should scan your computer with an anti-malware program to remove this ransomware. Nuke is a serious threat to your computer and should be removed immediately. Finally, you can restore your files from a backup if you have one.

Is there a public decryption tool?

No, there is no public decryption tool for Nuke Ransomware. Please note that even if you find a decryption tool, it may not work and could even infect your computer with more malware. So always be very careful when downloading anything from untrustworthy websites.

What should I do if I don’t have a backup?

If you don’t have a backup you can try using file recovery software. We built SalvageData data recovery software to help Nuke victims recover files even if Nuke Ransomware has encrypted them.

Contact a data recovery service

If you can’t decrypt your files using file recovery software or a backup, you can try contacting a data recovery service.SalvageData Recovery Services specialize in recovering files from infected computers. We have a 96% success rate in recovering Nuke Ransomware encrypted files. Our team of certified data recovery engineers will work tirelessly to recover your files.Contact us, we have the solution for you. You can do this via our website or by calling +1 (800) 972-3282. Our data recovery services are available 24/7 and our team is always ready to help you recover your important files.