What is Accuj Ransomware?

What is Ransomware?

Accuj ransomware is a type of malware that infects a computer and restricts access to it until a ransom. The ransom is typically demanded in Bitcoin, but other cryptocurrencies have been used as well, such as Litecoin. 

Ransomware may be delivered as an email attachment, download from a malicious website, or pop-up message on your device. Once you’re infected, you may be presented with a message that your files have been encrypted. You can either pay the ransom or get your files decrypted by someone

About Accuj Ransomware

Accuj ransomware is a rogue software that encrypts all the files in a computer until the user pays a ransom. Accuj Ransomware drops a file named b8Bo_HOW_TO_DECRYPT.txt, containing the ransom note. Files encrypted by Accuj Ransomware are appended with a .accuj extension at the end. The Accuj encrypts all the files in a computer until the user pays a ransom. Accuj has been spotted inside the following files and processes: ['xxx.exe'].

Accuj Ransomware Capabilities

• Creates a process in suspended mode (likely to inject code) 
• Reads software policies 
• Queries a list of all running processes
• Performs DNS lookups Disable Windows Defender real-time protection (registry) 
• Sample monitors Window changes (e.g. starting applications), analyze the sample with the simulation cookbook 
• Uses cmd line tools excessively to alter registry or file data Performs DNS lookups 
• Uses reg.exe to modify the Windows registry Disables Windows Defender 
• Drops files with a non-matching file extension (content does not match to file extension)
• Uses net.exe to stop services Uses net.exe to stop services

How protect from Accuj Ransomware?

To protect yourself from ransomware infections, follow the guidelines below: 

1. Routinely scan your computer for malicious files 

2. Use a strong anti-virus program to block infection 

3. Remove infected programs from your system 

4. Always report ransomware to the authorities if you see evidence of the attack.