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    Mike Lucey
    last edited by 29 Oct 2013, 13:45

    Yep

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      watkins
      last edited by 29 Oct 2013, 13:58

      The Physics department at Oxford is taking this threat really seriously. Apart from implementing various measures, they also recommending that people consult this guide:

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      CryptoLocker Ransomware Information Guide and FAQ

      This guide provides information and answers to frequently asked questions regarding the CryptoLocker ransomware. It provides a break down of what this infection does, how it encrypts your data, and how you can possibly restore your files.

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      BleepingComputer (www.bleepingcomputer.com)

      Hope this helps everyone to understand the threat, and how to avoid being caught out.

      The key advice seems to be 'back up all your files', and preferably on removable storage.

      Kind regards,
      Bob

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        solo
        last edited by 1 Nov 2013, 18:03

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        CryptoLocker Is The Nastiest Malware Ever & Here's What You Can Do

        CryptoLocker is a type of malicious software that renders your computer entirely unusable by encrypting all of your files. It then demands monetary payment before access to your computer is returned.

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        If you see a toilet in your dreams do not use it.

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          Gareth
          last edited by 11 Dec 2013, 22:44

          It happened yesterday to one of the businesses in my building.

          He appears to have an inadequate backup system and uses a free version of Antivirus software.

          He is now paying the ultimate penalty as he appears to have lost about 80% of his files (and still counting)

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            Rich O Brien Moderator
            last edited by 11 Dec 2013, 22:51

            Wow! That's pretty crazy.

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              Gareth
              last edited by 12 Dec 2013, 01:03

              yeh it certainly is Rich

              The guy is a Civil Engineer, in his early to mid 30's....a fit and healthy looking bloke, until now.

              He is devastated, and looks quite ill.

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                andybot
                last edited by 12 Dec 2013, 01:42

                More info here:

                http://krebsonsecurity.com/2013/11/how-to-avoid-cryptolocker-ransomware/
                http://krebsonsecurity.com/2013/11/cryptolocker-crew-ratchets-up-the-ransom/

                As always - remote backups are absolutely critical if you are running a business. Not using Windows can also be helpful πŸ˜›

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                  solo
                  last edited by 12 Dec 2013, 02:12

                  @unknownuser said:

                  Not using Windows can also be helpful πŸ˜›

                  I'm guessing once Apple becomes a real contender with a fair amount of users it will be a target also, right now they do not have enough users to warrant the effort.

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                  If you see a toilet in your dreams do not use it.

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                    roland joseph
                    last edited by 12 Dec 2014, 08:39

                    Our offices and staff have used windows to defend windows (seems simple doesn't it?) for the past 8 years. Since we kicked out the third parties (security experts..lol) there have been no issues at all. There are two groups of people having issues with windows security, people who don't use windows, and people who use it and insist on using products other than those developed by windows to maintain it.

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                      roland joseph
                      last edited by 19 Dec 2014, 13:17

                      "http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/"

                      I went there and I would recommend that you stay away from the site. Like many stories of virus devastation this one is really riddled with bull. The site has some focused obsession with malware. If you run into a room full of people trading "torrents" and talking about security it is best to back out of the room.

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                        roland joseph
                        last edited by 25 Aug 2015, 11:31

                        This forum post is going on three years old now...that's pretty hot... πŸ˜† I guess modeling has become a business for very serious people. No time for frivolity. πŸ˜‰

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                          andybot
                          last edited by 25 Aug 2015, 11:45

                          @roland joseph said:

                          This forum post is going on three years old now...that's pretty hot... πŸ˜† I guess modeling has become a business for very serious people. No time for frivolity. πŸ˜‰

                          wait, what's wrong with frivolity? Are you trying to encourage it by posting in an old thread? πŸ’š

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