To create a sense of urgency and to force victims into paying the ransom, hackers also threaten victims that the private key for decrypting the locked data is only available for a short time (usually 72 hours). Post this a ransom note is presented on your computer screen asking for ransom in exchange for the decryption key. Once the user clicks on these infected links and attachments the malware executes on your device and encrypts your files and data. It can infiltrate your device via spam emails, third-party download websites, and other third-party file sharing sites. Hackers use various methodologies to deliver ransomware. This helps them to maintain full anonymity. In addition to this, hackers ask the ransom in cryptocurrency specifically Bitcoin. It renders the encrypted files completely useless. In addition to this, it also plagues your device with a warning note saying that you will not receive the decryption key until the ransom is paid. It is designed to infect the system, encrypt data, and hold them for ransom. With Microsoft Windows as its major target, Cryptolocker Ransomware is a malicious piece of malware.

Ever since its inception it has been on an increasing trend and is estimated to infect millions of systems every month. CryptoLocker Ransomware is a prolific malware and has been at the forefront of digital crimes.

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