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DEClop Ransomware: Immediate Steps to Take & How to Recover Quickly
With rapid encryption and relentless extortion methods, Clop Ransomware targets companies big and small. Learn how this ransomware works, explore real-world attacks, and get expert support to restore your files and get back on track.
How do I know if Clop ransomware has infected my system?
If you are unable to access your files, and see a notice on your desktop that your files are encrypted and demanding payment, you may be infected with Clop ransomware.
Clop ransomware started to appear in phishing emails some time in 2019. When it encrypts files, it usually changes the name of the files by adding a .clop extension. Clop uses RSA encryption standard, and we know of no functional free decryptor tools for Clop.
More recently Clop ransomware has been known to shift to data exfiltration only and not encrypt systems.
Disables Backups
Actively seeks and deletes backups to prevent easy recovery after encryption.
Exfiltration Before Encryption
Extracts sensitive data first to increase pressure during ransom negotiations.
Why You Shouldn’t Attempt to Fix It Alone
If Clop ransomware has hit your business, taking the wrong steps can cause permanent data
loss or legal risks. Like a crime scene, a ransomware attack must be preserved—tampering
with encrypted files, attempting self-recovery, or engaging with attackers can destroy
critical evidence and reduce your chances of recovery.
The right response in the first moments after a Clop attack can make the difference
between full recovery and permanent data loss. Follow these critical steps to protect your
data and maximize your chances of restoring operations.
If you find a “ReadMe” note on your system showing information like the above, you’ve likely suffered a Clop Ransomware attack.
YOU MUST NOT ATTEMPT TO TOUCH, RESTORE OR OVERWRITE THE DATA.
What should I do when I realize my data is encrypted by Clop 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.
CLOP RANSOMWARE FACTS & FIGURES
RANSOM AMOUNTS
Clop started out with relatively small average ransom amounts, but the gangs using Clop have now moved towards targeting larger organizations. As such, the average ransom amount has increased.
The average Clop ransom amount is currently around $40,000. Clop gangs demand payment almost exclusively in Bitcoin. It’s better not to pay the ransom, as this encourages the hackers, but if you are in a situation where that it your only option, keep in mind that quick-buy methods of purchasing Bitcoin like PayPal or credit card carry an additional fee of up to 10% and sometimes require verifications which can take days. We keep a reserve cryptocurrency on hand for instant payment with no additional purchase fees.
AVERAGE LENGTH
Downtime resulting from Clop ransomware is often longer than with normal ransomware attacks. The manual process of communicating with the attackers can further delay response time.
For many organizations, downtime is the most expensive part of a ransomware incident. Another negative side effect of a data breach can be damage to your reputation.
Your goal should be to get your systems back to a productive state as soon as possible. The best way to do this is to call in experts who know the ins and outs of Clop ransomware to complete the removal and restoration process immediately.
CASE OUTCOMES
Our outcomes with Clop ransomware are consistently good. Most gangs using Clop ransomware consistently provide working decryption tools. However, we keep a database of data on scammers to protect our clients.
COMMON ATTACK VECTORS
Phishing is the most common attack vector for Clop ransomware.
How to identify Clop ransomware
This is an average Clop ransomware note. (With slight redaction in the interest of public safety)
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.
