Orbit Ransomware has emerged as a significant cyber threat, targeting both individuals and organizations worldwide. This malicious software encrypts files on the victim’s system and demands a ransom payment for their release. With devastating consequences for data integrity and financial security, understanding how to detect, remove, and prevent Orbit Ransomware infections is crucial in safeguarding against its harmful effects.
Orbit Ransomware Actions and Consequences
Once Orbit Ransomware infiltrates a system, it swiftly encrypts files, rendering them inaccessible to the user. Victims typically receive a ransom note detailing instructions on how to pay the demanded sum in cryptocurrency, often Bitcoin or Monero, in exchange for a decryption key. Failure to comply with these demands can result in permanent data loss. The financial impact of such attacks can be severe, with ransom payments ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars.
Text in the ransom note:
YOUR FILES ARE ENCRYPTED!
Your files, documents, photos, databases and other important files are encrypted.
If you found this document in a zip, do not modify the contents of that archive! Do not edit, add or remove files from it!
You are not able to decrypt it by yourself! The only method of recovering files is to purchase an unique decryptor.
Only we can give you this decryptor and only we can recover your files.
To be sure we have the decryptor and it works you can send an message uTox: 4CEEB4949763512B2B6603DA8CA79291D041B2DEF5A8A39D7F491B1F84A4E85C0BEC17F728A7 and decrypt one file for free.
But this file should be of not valuable!
Do you really want to restore your files?
TOX: 4CEEB4949763512B2B6603DA8CA79291D041B2DEF5A8A39D7F491B1F84A4E85C0BEC17F728A7
How to use tox:
1. Download a uTox client: hxxp://utox.org
2. Run it
3. Add our TOX id:
4CEEB4949763512B2B6603DA8CA79291D041B2DEF5A8A39D7F491B1F84A4E85C0BEC17F728A7
Attention!
* Do not rename or edit encrypted files and archives containing encrypted files.
* Do not try to decrypt your data using third party software, it may cause permanent data loss.
* Decryption of your files with the help of third parties may cause increased price (they add their fee to our) or you can become a victim of a scam.
* We have been in your network for a long time. We know everything about your company most of your information has already been downloaded to our server. We recommend you to do not waste your time if you dont wont we start 2nd part.
* You have 24 hours to contact us.
* Otherwise, your data will be sold or made public.
Detection Names and Similar Threats
Orbit Ransomware is also known by various detection names, including:
- Win32/Filecoder.Orbit
- Trojan-Ransom.Win32.Orbit
- Ransom:Win32/Orbit.A
- Trojan.Encoder.30080
Similar threats to Orbit Ransomware include notorious strains such as WannaCry, Ryuk, and GandCrab, each posing similar risks to data security and financial stability.
Removal Guide
Step 1: Enter Safe Mode
Restart your computer and press F8 repeatedly before the Windows logo appears. Select “Safe Mode” from the boot options menu.
Step 2: Identify Malicious Processes
Open the Task Manager by pressing Ctrl + Shift + Esc. Look for any suspicious processes, especially those consuming high CPU or memory resources. Terminate these processes.
Step 3: Delete Malicious Files
Navigate to the following directories and delete any files associated with Orbit Ransomware:
- %AppData%
- %LocalAppData%
- %Temp%
- %ProgramData%
- %WinDir%
Step 4: Remove Registry Entries
Press Win + R, type “regedit,” and hit Enter. Navigate to the following registry keys and delete any entries related to Orbit Ransomware:
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE
Step 5: Restore Encrypted Files
If you have backups, restore your encrypted files from them. If not, consider using data recovery tools, though success is not guaranteed.
Prevention Best Practices
- Keep your operating system and software up to date with the latest security patches.
- Exercise caution when opening email attachments or clicking on links from unknown sources.
- Install reputable antivirus software and enable real-time protection.
- Regularly back up important files to an external drive or cloud storage service.
