What is AME LOCKER Ransomware?

What is Ransomware?

Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts files on your computer or locks your smartphone or tablet. The attackers then demand a ransom from you to restore access to your data once the attack is over.

How does Ransomware Spread?

Ransomware is a form of malware that infects a user's computer, typically by exploiting a vulnerability. Once in place, the ransomware prevents the user's computer from running programs and accessing the Internet. The malware then encrypts the user's files, making them inaccessible. The user is shown instructions for paying the ransom to decrypt their files, but paying the ransom is unnecessary and can actually be a dangerous practice. Ransomware can be spread via the Internet or

About AME LOCKER Ransomware

AME LOCKER encrypts all the files in a computer until the user pays a ransom. AME LOCKER Ransomware drops a file named After encrypting system files, ‘AME LOCKER drops a file named How To Restore Your Files.txt, containing the ransom note.’  

AME LOCKER Ransomware has also been spotted inside the following files and processes: ['po._.exe']

AME LOCKER Ransomware Capabilities

• Checks for available system drives
• Spawns processes 
• Queries a list of all running processes 
• Checks for available system drives
• May delete shadow drive data
• Modifies user documents 
• Creates files inside the user directory 
• Checks if the current process is being debugged 
• May encrypt documents and pictures 
• Enumerates the file system 
• Stores files to the Windows startup directory 
• Queries the volume information (name, serial number etc) of a device

How to Remove Ransomware?

If you want to remove ransomware, you should know that it is a very common type of malware and there are plenty of ways to remove it. The simplest is to scan your computer for any malicious files using an anti-malware program. However, this may not remove all of them, and if the infection is not in your files but in your system files, this step may not work. Another way to remove ransomware is to wipe your hard drive, or to search for a decryptor key to the ransomware variant on your computer

How to Protect Against Ransomware?

There are a number of steps you can take to protect yourself from ransomware. The first thing you should do is make sure you update your software often. This will ensure that any security updates are applied to your computer. You should also make sure you have a good backup of all of your important files in the event anything goes wrong with your computer.

Some general practices to follow to avoid ransomware infections: 

• Use caution when opening email attachments 
• Never click on links in an email 
• Never download software from suspicious sources
• Use antivirus software
• Back up your files regularly
• Use strong passwords for all accounts online
• Use a firewall to protect your devices
• Use a reliable antivirus program
• Report any suspicious activity to your IT department
• Maintain a backup of all important files