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File corruption

All my files got turned into this YKGZ.file and I can't seem to open them or even find any information about this type of files

I've tried bunch of antivirus softwares but the issue still remains

Any solutions?


Hi Youssef,
I am Sumit, an Independent Advisor here to assist you.

Looks like you are struck by ransomware.

Does ID ransomware identify the ransomware type?

https://id-ransomware.malwarehunterteam.com/

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Hi Youssef,
I am Sumit, an Independent Advisor here to assist you.

Looks like you are struck by ransomware.

Does ID ransomware identify the ransomware type?

https://id-ransomware.malwarehunterteam.com/

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There may be links to non-Microsoft websites that would provide accurate and safe information. Watch out for ads on the websites which are frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). There is no need to buy paid products to fix your computers as they do more harm than good sometimes.

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Hm.

This .ygkz extension seems to be a new variant...

If it's indeed STOP ransomware then this would be the main Support thread with lots of detailed informations:

STOP Ransomware (.STOP, .Puma, .Djvu, .Promo, .Drume) Help & Support Topic

Suggest posting about this new variant in above thread.

Also see:

Here is another help forum: https://support.emsisoft.com/forum/83-help-my-files-are-encrypted/

Also see:

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Yes, it is indeed Stop ransomware.

https://twitter.com/demonslay335/status/1359644...

I see Smeed has given you very helpful information on the thread. You may give the Emsisoft decryptor a try, but there is no guarantees it would work as the encryption key is stored on the malware developer server and no one can find it unless someone pays. We do not recommend paying them as it keeps their business alive.

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Yes, it is indeed Stop ransomware.

https://twitter.com/demonslay335/status/1359644...
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Good to see that this new variant with the extension ".ygkz" now got confirmed...

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If needed: How to identify if infected with an OFFLINE or ONLINE KEY

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