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DEBlackMatter RansomwareRemoval, Decryption and Data Recovery
Has BlackMatter ransomware infected your system? Don’t panic. This page will show you how to identify BlackMatter ransomware and how to remove it. You can also talk to our emergency ransomware rapid response team any time, 24/7, for a free consultation. Call us now to assess the damage and learn more about your options.
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How to tell if BlackMatter Ransomware has infected your system
The most common way BlackMatter ransomware victims learn that they’ve been infected is through a ransom note that replaces their desktop wallpaper. Your wallpaper may be replaced with a black background with a note telling you to follow the instructions in a .txt file to get your files back.
BlackMatter Ransomware was first observed in July 2020 and claims to combine features from other dangerous ransomware strains, including DarkSide, REvil, and Lockbit 2.0. BlackMatter encrypts files and then replaces the file extensions with a random string of numbers and letters, like “.8req7mPx4”. BlackMatter uses SHA-256 encryption, which is effectively impossible to crack.
Since BlackMatter is a relatively new variant, there are no free decryption tools currently known.
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What do I do if my data is encrypted by BlackMatter ransomware?
If you’ve fallen victim to ransomware, follow these crucial steps:
Request 24/7 Ransomware Recovery Help
Get expert guidance to assess, contain, and recover safely.
Isolate Infected Systems
Disconnect infected devices to stop the spread. Avoid self-recovery.
Preserve Evidence Immediately
Keep ransom notes & logs. Do not restart or modify anything.
BLACKMATTER RANSOMWARE STATISTICS & FACTS
RANSOM AMOUNTS
BlackMatter is mainly focused on large corporations. This is apparent by the fact that they offer employees of large companies sums of money for helping them infect corporate networks.
Since BlackMatter is still a relatively new variant, there’s not a lot of data on the ransom amounts yet, but so far averages are generally above $100,000 USD though in some cases they reach into the millions.
Ransoms are payable in Bitcoin. It’s important to note that quick-buy methods of purchasing Bitcoin can come with heavy fees. With large ransoms, it’s also possible that buying large amounts of Bitcoin can push up purchase prices on exchanges, making it more expensive.
AVERAGE LENGTH
BlackMatter downtime can vary depending on a number of factors. On average, downtime resulting from BlackMatter ransomware attacks is average.
Downtime is usually the most expensive part of an attack. Discretion can also be important, as in many industries a ransomware attack can also damage reputation. Getting back online quickly can help to avoid an attack being publicized.
CASE OUTCOMES
So far, BlackMatter has proven to be a highly professional gang that consistently provides reliable decryption tools. However, as the BlackMatter network expands, this may not always be the case.
We maintain detailed case files to keep track of all active ransomware gangs so that we can respond appropriately to each threat.
COMMON ATTACK VECTORS
Most BlackMatter attacks utilize phishing as a primary attack vector.
How to identify BlackMatter ransomware
Frequently asked questions
Decryption depends on the ransomware variant. In some cases, publicly available decryption tools exist, but not all attacks have a known solution. You can submit a free ransomware recovery request, and we will check for possible decryption methods.
