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Russian EDA2 Ransomware Data Recovery

Bogdan Glushko

Bogdan Glushko

CEO at SalvageData Recovery, Bogdan Glushko has over 18 years of experience in high-security data recovery. Over the years, he's been able to help restore data after logical errors, physical failures, or even ransomware attacks, for individuals, businesses, and government agencies alike.

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Bogdan Glushko

Bogdan Glushko

CEO at SalvageData Recovery, Bogdan Glushko has over 18 years of experience in high-security data recovery. Over the years, he's been able to help restore data after logical errors, physical failures, or even ransomware attacks, for individuals, businesses, and government agencies alike.

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There are many different types of ransomware out there, and Russian EDA2 is just one of them. This malicious software locks up your computer and encrypts your files, making them inaccessible. To get your files back, you’ll need to pay a ransom.

Ransom amount

The amount of ransom demanded by this ransomware can vary depending on the situation. In some cases, the criminals may demand a few hundred dollars. In other cases, they may demand much more.

Payment method

The preferred payment method for Russian EDA2 Ransomware is Bitcoin. This is because it’s a digital currency that can be difficult to trace. However, criminals may also accept other forms of payment, such as gift cards or wire transfers.

 

However, paying the ransom doesn’t guarantee that you’ll get your files back. It’s often a waste of money.

There are other ways to recover your files without paying the criminals behind Russian EDA2 Ransomware.

What to do if you’re infected

If you have ransomware on your computer, the first thing you should do is not to panic, as this will only make the situation worse. Take a deep breath and think about what you can do to fix the problem.

 

Next, you should disconnect your computer from the internet. This will prevent Russian EDA2 from encrypting any more of your files. Then, you need to remove it from your computer. This can be done with an anti-malware program, such as Malwarebytes or HitmanPro.

 

Once Russian EDA2 is gone, you can focus on recovering your files. If you have a backup, you can restore your files from there. If you don’t have a backup, you may be able to:

  • use file recovery software to get your files back.

This is one of the most common methods people try when Russian EDA2 encrypts their computer. There are many file recovery programs out there, but not all of them will work with Russian EDA2 Ransomware. We recommend SalvageData data recovery software.

  • contact a professional data recovery company for help. This is usually the most expensive option, but it may be your only hope if you can’t recover your files using other methods.

Public decryption tool

At this time, there is no public decryption tool available for Russian EDA2 Ransomware.

Protection

Russian EDA2 is just one of many risks that come with using the internet. To protect yourself, you should:

 

  • Use a reputable anti-malware program
  • Keep your operating system and software up to date
  • Don’t open emails or attachments from people you don’t know
  • Be cautious about what you download from the internet
  • Back up your important files regularly

 

By following these tips, you can help keep Russian EDA2 Ransomware and other malware off your computer.

 

So we have talked about what Russian EDA2 Ransomware is, how much ransom it demands, the payment methods it prefers, what you can do if your computer is infected and how you can protect yourself from this malware. Now let’s talk about the history of this ransomware.

History

It was first discovered in December 2016 by malware researcher Kafeine. At that time, the ransomware was being distributed via the Angler exploit kit. Russian EDA2 appeared to be a variant of the Locky Ransomware, which is one of the most prevalent ransomware families.

 

The biggest difference between Russian EDA2 Ransomware and Locky is that Russian EDA2 uses the Russian alphabet in its ransom note, while Locky uses English. This suggests that Russian EDA2 is targeting Russian speakers.

 

Russian EDA2 Ransomware uses RSA-2048 and AES-128 ciphers to encrypt files.

It appends the “.locked” extension to encrypted files.

Ransomware drops a ransom note named “_HELP_instructions.txt” in each folder that contains encrypted files. The note contains instructions on how to decrypt the files.

It spreads via email attachments and malicious links.

 

The biggest Russian EDA2 Ransomware campaign was launched in February 2017. This campaign used the Necurs botnet to send out millions of emails containing Russian EDA2 Ransomware. The emails pretended to be invoices, job offers, and other legitimate-looking documents.

 

According to researchers, Russian EDA2 has infected more than 100,000 computers since it was first discovered.

 

This ransomware is a serious threat that can have devastating consequences. If your computer is infected with Russian EDA2, you should take immediate action to remove it and protect your files.

Contact a data recovery service

If you cannot recover your files using other methods or if you do not want to do it yourself, so you can contact a data recovery service.

SalvageData is a data recovery service with a team of experts who have successfully recovered Russian EDA2 Ransomware encrypted files for many individuals and businesses.

We offer a free consultation to assess the feasibility of your case and give you an estimated price. If you decide to use our services, we will work with you to recover as much of your data as possible.

If you have any questions about ransomware or data recovery, you can contact SalvageData for help. We are available 24/7 to answer your questions and help you recover your data. You can contact us by phone at 1-800-972-3282 or by email at [email protected]. If you prefer, you can go to the nearest SalvageData office. Find SALVAGEDATA® Locations.

 

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