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REQG Ransomware (.reqg File Extension)

REQG a strain within the STOP/Djvu Ransomware family, employing the Salsa20 encryption algorithm to encrypt files on compromised systems. Victims are coerced into paying a ransom ranging from $490 to $980 in Bitcoins for the decryption key.

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About Reqg:


NameReqg Virus
Version0324
File Extension.reqg
Contact[email protected], [email protected]
FamilySTOP/Djvu Ransomware
Note_readme.txt
Offline IDioYmb0jtMMtue7xjmkS3WQWGWLR8FTQhb2giQtt1
Last seenOctober 08, 2024
AlgorithmSalsa20 encryption. If Reqg cannot establish a connection to crooks server before starting the encryption process, it uses the offline key. This key is the same for all victims(!), making it possible to decrypt .reqg files in the future.
RansomFrom $490 to $980 (in Bitcoins)
Damage
  1. โฎž Can delete Volume Shadow copies to make victimโ€™s attempts to restore data impossible;
  2. โฎž Adds a list of domains to HOSTS file to block access to certain security-related sites;
  3. โฎž Installs password-stealing trojan virus, like Redline Stealer, Vidar Stealer, Smokeloader, Azorult and others;
DistributionThird-party downloaders, installers, peer-to-peer networks, RDP exploits, etc.,
RSA Public Key-----BEGIN PUBLIC KEY----- MIIBIjANBgkqhkiG9w0BAQEFAAOCAQ8AMIIBCgKCAQEAuy2DmNz8hcemuP/Apl2R ZiXtUB/wi79BnjmKebrXIHbn8anyRmSFj0lAHz0aUO2adywecjSp+Ovr4atmvdnZ RQBI5fmbXr3DBpA8GT7O1dn6OZdyl89RWBCjlrftoOfYIz29Mzqwk0Xha/Tgk80m +tD1MX+TBarg9fYZroxai1I+VTjqoITHqZZM8Oo9WsYBoKPmK40kiBGUz/joJFhY 1JOcItuYRB6PxR5uZtCX23/dt3QtCLOTpEF7UluLCqk37osC+YACLc3lRvC/U6ws ASjjenk6+4eKJgrXismGBb7ZGdnftLAM9fmCkKS4L1eSRh3rQg8no9NOXSQjgBxd XwIDAQAB -----END PUBLIC KEY-----
Other variants
  • Muuq Ransomware (.muuq encrypted files)
  • Nooa Ransomware (.nooa encrypted files)
  • Guer Ransomware (.guer encrypted files)
  • REQG Virus Removal Tool

    What is Reqg?

    Discovering files with the .reqg extension and _readme.txt notes scattered across various folders is a telltale sign of infection with the Reqg ransomware. This malware is designed to encrypt files on the victim's computer before demanding a ransom. Decrypting these files without specific tools is generally considered impossible.

    The Reqg virus, like others in the STOP/Djvu ransomware family, employs the Salsa20 encryption algorithm, which boasts an astronomical number of potential decryption keys, making brute-force attempts futile. The use of quantum computing wouldn't significantly reduce the decryption time, possibly outlasting the Earth's lifespan. However, there's a glimmer of hope as certain specialized decryption tools can potentially restore your files within hours.

    Reqg ransomware is primarily distributed through third-party websites that tempt users with free access to paid programs or through the use of various dubious tools. Hackers who circumvent program licensing inject malicious codeโ€”or even the entire virusโ€”into their "products," with malware developers compensating them for these actions.

    Dubious tools, designed for illegal activities such as generating license keys for software or activating Windows unlawfully, are particularly susceptible to misuse for distributing malware. Since antivirus solutions typically flag such tools, perpetrators often advise disabling security software or whitelisting the hacking tool. Regrettably, the malicious intent becomes apparent only after the damage is done.

    Reqg Encryption process

    The Reqg uses the Salsa20 encryption algorithm. That is not the strongest method, but it still provides an overwhelming amount of possible decryption keys. To brute force the 78-digit number of keys, you need 3.5 unvigintillion years (1*10^65), even if you use the most powerful regular PC. Quantum computers can show a bit better results, but it is still too slow to get your files back while you are alive.

    The exact algorithm of encryption is next: malware scans each folder for the files it is able to encrypt. Then, when it finds the target, it makes a copy of your file, removes the original one, encrypts the copy and leaves it instead of the removed original. Such a procedure is done to prevent the situation when you have already opened the file, so ransomware is not able to read it because of the Windows restrictions. To each encrypted copy, the virus adds the specific extension - ".reqg". Then, ransomware creates a _readme.txt file in the folder where the encrypted file is located, and goes to the next folder.

    .REQG Files

    Such an encryption method can be exploited for file recovery. Since the original file is deleted, you may try to recover it using the file recovery tools. The less time is passed - the bigger the chance to get your files back, so hurry up!

    Another specific moment that can help you to use the files even after the encryption is the fact that Reqg ransomware encrypts only the first 150KB of each file. Hence, you can try to run a big file, such as video or music, without the encryption. Similar feature also works with other ransomware families - Dharma, Conti and Makop encrypt the same 150KB.

    Reqg note:

    Ransom note is the same for the whole STOP/DJVU family. In fact, it is one of the main signs of to which family the certain ransomware belongs. Here is the typical note for STOP/Djvu family:

    ATTENTION!

    Don't worry, you can return all your files!
    All your files like pictures, databases, documents and other important are encrypted with strongest encryption and unique key.
    The only method of recovering files is to purchase decrypt tool and unique key for you.
    This software will decrypt all your encrypted files.
    What guarantees you have?
    You can send one of your encrypted file from your PC and we decrypt it for free.
    But we can decrypt only 1 file for free. File must not contain valuable information.
    You can get and look video overview decrypt tool:
    https://we.tl/t-jTbSQT8ApY
    Price of private key and decrypt software is $980.
    Discount 50% available if you contact us first 72 hours, that's price for you is $490.
    Please note that you'll never restore your data without payment.
    Check your e-mail "Spam" or "Junk" folder if you don't get answer more than 6 hours.


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    Indicators of Compromise(IOC)

    File NameMD5File Size
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXE3df1f3a3b653711cf4b61e57a11bfd5e752640
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXE4173146820be8f17a7e9844eb5ece68e852480
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXE29ab94d97d524226e00bc6c41344d401743424
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXE7990fa877fec785fe61a58c3c7a5ab76743936
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXE99eda55ac343e147e08bbdbae8ccaf65851456
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXEa18ca68e6eacbc8755f54552936dec2e842240
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXEb1676c31cd19e148fc5db2cac6f84cae851456
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXEb2f294347754b834dfa0798a7f80dc89851456
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXEc21769275fe379dd381be599b0ebc3bc858624
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXEca4120301ffc74c815e99aba3ad78655858112