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Ransom:Win32/Crowti
Aliases: Dropper/Win32.Necurs (AhnLab) Trojan-Ransom.Win32.Cryptodef.iu (Kaspersky) Trojan horse Inject2.AHNI (AVG) TR/Crypt.Xpack.64673 (Avira) Trojan.Encoder.514 (Dr.Web) W32/Cryptodef.AHIO!tr (Fortinet) PWSZbot-FBKQ!86B6EE398F44 (McAfee) Troj/Agent-AHIO (Sophos) TSPY_ZBOT.SMCC (Trend Micro) Cryptowall (other) Cryptodefense (other)
Summary
Windows Defender detects and removes this threat.
This ransomware encrypts the files on your PC and directs you to a webpage with instructions on how to unlock them. It asks you to make a payment using bitcoins.
The ransom or "lock" screen can use the name CryptoDefense or CryptoWall.
This threat can be downloaded by other malware, such as TrojanDownloader:Win32/Onkods or TrojanDownloader:Win32/Upatre. It can also be downloaded when you click on a link in a spam email.
Windows 10 protects you from ransomware. Read more:
Windows 10 Creators Update provides next-gen ransomware protection
More information about ransomware can be found on our Ransomware page.
Microsoft doesn’t recommend you pay the fine. There is no guarantee that paying the ransom will give you access to your files.
If you've already paid, see our ransomware page for help on what to do now.
Run antivirus or antimalware software
Use the following free Microsoft software to detect and remove this threat:
- Windows Defender for Windows 10 and Windows 8.1, or Microsoft Security Essentials for Windows 7 and Windows Vista
- Microsoft Safety Scanner
You should also run a full scan. A full scan might find hidden malware.
Advanced troubleshooting
To restore your PC, you might need to download and run Windows Defender Offline. See our advanced troubleshooting page for more help.
Enable MAPS
Enable the Microsoft Active Protection Service (MAPS) on your system to protect your enterprise software security infrastructure in the cloud.
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Check if MAPS is enabled in your Microsoft security product:
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Select Settings and then select MAPS.
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Select Advanced membership, then click Save changes. With the MAPS option enabled, your Microsoft anti-malware security product can take full advantage of Microsoft's cloud protection service.
- Join the Microsoft Active Protection Service Community.
Get more help
You can also visit our advanced troubleshooting page or search the Microsoft virus and malware community for more help.
If you’re using Windows XP, see our Windows XP end of support page.
