Victims of ransomware attacks are typically advised not to pay the ransom demanded by cybercriminals. Paying up offers no guarantee that the attackers will uphold their end of the deal, like providing access to encrypted files.
GuidePoint Security recently acted as a “negotiator” between an unnamed company and the group behind the Hazard ransomware. The malware infected the victim’s systems, encrypting “important” files and demanding payment to unlock them. The company reportedly felt compelled to pay, but the “decryptor” provided by the Hazard creators didn’t work as expected.
Källa: What now? Ransomware victim pays hacker, but decryption key fails
