Remove Dev0 Ransomware
Dev0 Ransomware is the name of a new file-locker, which actually belongs to a well-known ransomware family. Its creators have opted to use the source code of the Makop Ransomware to build this locker. Unfortunately, this is not exactly good news – the Makop Ransomware and its variants are impossible to decrypt via free utilities. The only somewhat viable option for the victim is to try alternative data recovery software and methods to get their data back.
Dev0 Ransomware is very similar to the Gamigin Ransomware, another version of Makop. Dev0, however, uses a different extension to mark the files it locks. It renames them by adding the suffix '.[<VICTIM ID>].[xdatarecovery@msgsafe.io].dev0.' Another change found on systems that the Dev0 Ransomware compromises is the ransom document 'readme-warning.txt.' Victims will usually find the latter file on the desktop.
The ransom note reveals more details about the attack, as well as the offer of the perpetrators. The crooks behind the Dev0 Ransomware are offering a paid decryptor, which will cost the victim some Bitcoin. They also promise to unlock two small files for free. Allegedly, users can send files for decryption to xdatarecovery@msgsafe.io and bobwhite@cock.li. While you should make use of this opportunity, we assure you that trusting the criminals is a bad idea. If you decide to pay the ransom fee, they may try to extort more money out of you, or even outright scam you.
Protect yourself from such attacks by investing in reputable antivirus software, as well as by keeping backup copies of your important files. In addition to this, we suggest you stick to browsing safe websites. But what should you do if your files were damaged by the Dev0 Ransomware? The best way to proceed is to run an anti-malware tool to eliminate the intruder. After this, explore alternative data recovery software and options.
