JS Ransomware Operators Demand Bitcoin
JS Ransomware is an interesting file-encryption Trojan that uses an odd extension to mark the names of files it encrypts. When the JS Ransomware takes over your data, it will append the '.JS' extension to every damaged file. This suffix is typically reserved for JavaScript files, so victims of the JS Ransomware might be rather confused by this change. Unfortunately, undoing the name change that JS Ransomware does is not enough to fix the problem. The ransomware also makes sure to encrypt he contents of files, preventing the victim from accessing them unless they are decrypted first.
Reversing JS Ransomware's encryption is not an easy task. It cannot be completed with the use of free tools and resources. To decrypt the files, victims need to acquire the unique decryption key that the JS Ransomware generated and sent to the attacker's server. The criminals offer to sell the key – the full details of their offer are available in the 'RESTORE_FILES_INFO.txt' ransom note.
According to the latter file, victims need to use the qTOX message service to get in touch with the criminals. While the ransom note does not specify any ransom fee, we can assure you that the crooks will ask for a Bitcoin or Monero payment. It is best not to trust them and attempt to buy a decryption tool – they might scam you with ease.
Victims of the JS Ransomware should use an up-to-date security tool to ensure the malware's full removal. This will prevent it from causing more damage, and enable them to explore popular data recovery options and tools.
