Malware Lab

Malware security alerts, detailed malware analysis reports and ransomware decrypters straight from our industry experts at the Emsisoft Malware Lab.

06/11/2019

3 min read
- Malware Lab
- Ransomware
Seasonal ransomware highlights the need for better reporting and information sharing

It seems that ransomware may be seasonal. Understanding this trend could help organizations better protect themselves.
31/10/2019

2 min read
- Decryptors
Emsisoft releases new decryptor for Paradise ransomware

We just released a new decryptor for Paradise ransomware.
18/10/2019

4 min read
- Decryptors
Emsisoft releases new decryptor for STOP Djvu ransomware

We just released a new free decryption tool for the STOP Djvu ransomware strain.
15/10/2019

7 min read
- Ransomware
Ransomware statistics for 2019: Q2 to Q3 report

This report contains important ransomware statistics for Q2 to Q3 2019, including the most common ransomware strains and the most targeted countries.
11/10/2019

1 min read
- Decryptors
Emsisoft releases new decryptor for Muhstik ransomware

We just released a new free decryption tool for the Muhstick ransomware strain.
07/10/2019

1 min read
- Decryptors
Emsisoft releases new decryptor for HildaCrypt ransomware

We just released a new free decryption tool for the HildaCrypt ransomware strain.
03/10/2019

2 min read
- Decryptors
Emsisoft releases free decryptor for GalactiCrypter ransomware

We just released a free decryptor for the GalactiCrypter ransomware strain. Download it here.
01/10/2019

5 min read
- Ransomware
State of Ransomware in the U.S.: 2019 Report for Q1 to Q3

A report on publicly disclosed ransomware attacks on public entities, healthcare providers, law enforcement agencies and schools between Q1 and Q3 2019.
27/09/2019

1 min read
- Decryptors
Emsisoft releases free decryptor for Avest ransomware

Emsisoft has released a decryption tool for the Avest ransomware strain, which allows victims to unlock their files for free.
26/09/2019

5 min read
- Ransomware
Why are cybercriminals disguising wipers as ransomware?

We’ve seen an increase in cybercriminals disguising destructive malware as ransomware. What’s the motivation behind these attacks?