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YZOO Ransomware (.yzoo File Extension)

YZOO 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 Yzoo:


NameYzoo Virus
Version0820
File Extension.yzoo
Contact[email protected], [email protected]
FamilySTOP/Djvu Ransomware
Note_readme.txt
Offline IDx2zqmFxw8ydx3wkiEeNayQ64Eyg2U5MS31sTegt1
Last seenApril 17, 2024
AlgorithmSalsa20 encryption. If Yzoo 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 .yzoo 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----- MIIBIjANBgkqhkiG9w0BAQEFAAOCAQ8AMIIBCgKCAQEAqVmc2mlIAPxsToa0kvIt gwm90zQQ448+VN8IVHCKXI3OIb7Tfpa8zwMCwmpIi6dgyWkGKtVM1lYxdchRrjGd QplBIeEAtr0wRq0qaNk967OA01kad4CxzZVioQvd68P51IHeCYMX923SwsIkURws nToef/u2n7LatT2aM4mBcdXdDSY7lW2bBIAmbbcLq0EvnrxdsjSRjMTlSwAJE9et o31+sIQiSXAc0t7cSKtz41nRt3OznV56QC/ZamffzlTiD7mdnPPsVSCv0qGBwjlx AVeDVm5hvohQJkS1/Kkis1/KnoxjwpnXX9rYReE5ZCL96eeijmyHwYc6TBggam7L NwIDAQAB -----END PUBLIC KEY-----
Other variants
  • Yzqe Ransomware (.yzqe encrypted files)
  • Yzaq Ransomware (.yzaq encrypted files)
  • Ppvt Ransomware (.ppvt encrypted files)
  • YZOO Virus Removal Tool

    What is Yzoo?

    Yzoo ransomware is a member of the STOP/Djvu ransomware family, utilizing the Salsa20 cipher to encrypt your files and append a .yzoo extension to them. Such files become inaccessible through conventional means. Beyond encrypting files, this malware also manipulates system settings, undermining security mechanisms. These modifications could potentially cause system instability and complicate routine computer usage.

    The encryption strength of Yzoo ransomware makes brute force attempts futile, given the impracticality of generating and testing the vast array of possible keys. While certain decryption tools, possessing pre-compromised keys, might offer a slim chance of file recovery, the broader threat lies in the ransomware's system configuration alterations. These changes can severely limit your ability to install new programs or access specific websites, posing a significant problem, particularly for those without critical data backups.

    The most effective defense against ransomware is prevention. Many infections by the Yzoo virus stem from the use of pirated software and illegal tools. Such programs are often distributed via peer-to-peer networks and third-party "software collector" sites, offered for free after being cracked to bypass license verification. Hackers, compensated for embedding malicious code into these applications, have a clear incentive to continue these practices. Thus, understanding and avoiding the sources of such threats is crucial.

    Yzoo Encryption process

    The Yzoo 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 - ".yzoo". Then, ransomware creates a _readme.txt file in the folder where the encrypted file is located, and goes to the next folder.

    .YZOO 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 Yzoo 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.

    Yzoo 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://go.wetransfer.com/t-Z4jZBpJ1EK
    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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    ๐Ÿ”— HowToFix.Guide: How To Decrypt .yzoo Files?

    Indicators of Compromise(IOC)

    File NameMD5File Size
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXE08fce76976b17eb43cf8c8c01b17410e775680
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXE1236aa80f0d3cc639b79ff2aae6fcded776192
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXEc76430ad15a1fca40f7952ebad48d453776704
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXEd5f2b0eecf5d27f694b34b37a610c8f4776192
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXE40bfc81d5ccb62599fb44bdf4e7203b3774144
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXE049955704752e423effb298800ddec8c773632
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXE49a5ab67a04299c82ee367fc950dd2b1772096
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXEa202fe681f6b2d90aa453438912345dc772608
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXE813ef0c727d5c66646524d0982ecd53b773120
    ๐Ÿ“œ SAMPLE.EXE15759ca0c25955989b2ff7a8c151f6f8774656