What is Steriok Ransomware?

What is Ransomware?

Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts a victim's files. The attacker then demands a ransom from the victim to restore access to the data upon payment. The damage caused by ransomware can be extensive, with some attacks wiping out entire hard drives and rendering any personal information stored on a computer or mobile device unusable.

How does Ransomware?

Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts the hard drive or files on it, making them unusable. The attacker then demands a ransom from the owner of the computer or files to restore access to them upon payment. While there are several types of ransomware, the most famous are crypto-ransomware and crypto wallet ransomware. Crypto ransomware is designed to encrypt the user's files, making them inaccessible. 

About Steriok Ransomware

Steriok is a malicious software known as ransomware. It can encrypts all the files in a computer until the user pays a ransom. Steriok Ransomware drops a file named ESTORE_FILES_INFO.txt, containing the ransom note. Files encrypted by Steriok ransomware will have a .steriok extension appended at the end. Steriok Ransomware is delivered through a Win32 EXE file. 

Steriok Ransomware can encrypt data, lock the computer, and demand a ransom to be paid for the release of the data. It is usually delivered through a phishing email. Steroik ransomware may also provide the malware through infected USB storage devices. It can encrypt data stored on the infected computer and demand a ransom to be paid for the release of the data. It can also lock the infected computer and demand a ransom to be paid for the release of the computer. It may also be delivered through infected USB storage devices.

Steriok Ransomware Capabilities

• Creates a process in suspended mode (likely to inject code) 
• Queries sensitive processor information (via WMI, Win32_Processor, often done to detect virtual machines) 
• Queries a list of all running processes Uses schtasks.exe or at.exe to add and modify task schedules 
• Queries sensitive processor information (via WMI, Win32_Processor, often done to detect virtual machines) 
• Uses cmd line tools excessively to alter registry or file data Uses reg.exe to modify the Windows registry 
• Uses taskkill to terminate processes 
• Uses sc.exe to alter the status of services 
• May sleep (evasive loops) to hinder dynamic analysis 
• Reads software policies Uses sc.exe to modify the status of services

How to Remove Ransomware??

If you want to remove ransomware, you should know that it is not an easy task. There are a lot of cybercriminals that target users from all walks of life. Therefore, it is best to remove ransomware from a variety of devices, including smartphones and tablets.

How to Protect from Steriok Ransomware??

Be sure to educate yourself about the signs of a cyberattack and how to protect yourself from them. Use caution when opening attachments and clicking on links, especially if they're from unknown sources. There are a lot of free tools and utilities available in the internet that one can use to remove ransomware, but the most effective and reliable way to remove ransomware is to remove the infection from the device itself and make backups of your system consistently.  Some general tips to follow:

1. Use a reliable anti-malware program to remove any other malicious programs that have been installed without your knowledge.
2. Scan your computer for any other malicious programs that have been installed without your knowledge.
3. Use a reliable anti-spam program to remove any unwanted email messages that have been sent to you without your knowledge.