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How to remove Pay Ransomware and decrypt .Pay files

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Pay Ransomware is, in other words, a file-encryptor that prevents users from accessing their own data. A recent investigation confirmed that this virus belongs to a group of ransomware developers known as Xorist. Similar to other infections of this type, the virus changes all encrypted files using the .Pay extension. To illustrate, a file named 1.pdf will change to 1.pdf.Pay and reset its original icon as well. After getting things done with encryption, Pay Ransomware displays a pop-up window and creates a text file titled HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txt. Both of them contain identical information on how to return access to files. It is said that victims can restore access to files by paying 50$ to the Bitcoin address of cybercriminals. After completion, victims will have to contact extortionists via the qTox client and receive their decryption code. There is also a warning that 5 unsuccessful attempts to enter the right code will result in irreversible destruction of data. Following this, swindlers encourage victims to be more careful while doing the above-mentioned. Additionally, it is also said that no third-party software like antivirus will help, but only prevent further decryption of data. Unfortunately, what they outline in their messages can be true - some cybercriminals set up protection against manual attempts to decrypt blocked data. In such a case, the only option, if you are in burning need of restoring your files, is either to pay the required ransom or use your own backup copies from external storage to compensate for the loss.

How to remove CryptBIT Ransomware and decrypt .cryptbit files

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CryptBIT encrypts system-stored files making them no longer accessible and also demands victims to pay 400EUR for data decryption. Infections operating this way are therefore categorized as ransomware. During encryption, CryptBIT highlights blocked data by adding new extension (.cryptbit). In other words, a file like 1.pdf will change to 1.pdf.cryptbit and reset its original icon as well. The same change will occur with other file types encrypted by ransomware. The virus also changes desktop wallpapers and creates a text file named CryptBIT-restore-files.txt into each encrypted folder. This file instructs victims on how to decrypt their data. The note displays text that all files have been encrypted and uploaded to external servers. It is, therefore, said that victims can recover their data, but have to send 400EUR (in bitcoins) to the attached crypto address. Cybercriminals also ask to include the victim's e-mail address, to which they promise to send the necessary file decryptor. Unfortunately, it is unclear how victims should do it. While performing cryptocurrency transfers, it is often (if not always) impossible to include additional information like e-mail. Thus, such technical misunderstandings already give strong reasons against trusting cybercriminals behind CryptBIT Ransomware. It is also possible that this ransomware is only a pilot version, and cybercriminals will distribute updated ransomware someday in the future. Whatever it is, paying the ransom is always not recommended.

How to remove Pulpysearch.com

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Pulpysearch.com is part of a browser hijacker which alters the browser's homepage, new tab, and search properties as well. An unwanted program facilitating such changes can be installed on users' PCs in the form of a desktop application or browser add-on. Whatever it is, Pulpysearch.com will persistently downgrade the browsing experience - victims reported it is capable of redirecting users to dubious websites, displaying an increased number of ads and other compromised content. The main purpose of it is obviously to trick users into clicking on ads and interacting with other potentially unwanted content (e.g., online casinos, adult pages, unreliable download pages, etc.). Successful visits bring hijacker developers monetary gains through sponsors providing such content. It is also worth noting that software allowing Pulpysearch.com to work in your browser may also be able to trace your activity and gather various data like passwords, IP-addresses, geolocations, and so forth. Browser hijackers can target the most popular browsers such as Chrome, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and even Safari on Mac. We strongly advise you to remove Pulpysearch.com from your browser and prevent the above-mentioned threats. Feel free to follow our guide below to do so.

How to fix file system error (-805305975) in Windows 11

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File system error (-805305975) is a recently discovered issue encountered by users while trying to open media files. Photos, music, or videos open through the default Microsoft Photos trigger an error window stating the corresponding issue. While this problem may seem complicated to some users, its resolution is more than doable when proper methods are used. Usually, there are several reasons why it occurs - some of them are incorrect file format, missing/corrupted system elements, hard disk errors, or even direct malfunction of the Microsoft Photos app. Below, you will find a list of all possible solutions. Try each of them until the issue ends up finally resolved. It is also worth noting that the same issue may appear not only in Windows 11, but in Windows 10 as well. Although the instructions below have been made based on Windows 11, the majority of steps are similar, if not identical, on Windows 10 as well.

How to fix “The program can’t start because d3d12.dll is missing...

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The most obvious reason why you may be subject to facing the above-written message is that your system fails to verify the d3d12.dll file. DLL files stand for Dynamic Link Library and are very instrumental in maintaining the operation of both inbuilt and third-party Windows applications. When a file like that is missing or damaged, the message above can occur, preventing further access and use of the desired program respectively. In general, DLL errors are commonly encountered by many Windows users and not only in the latest version this article is dedicated to. Similar or even the same error message tends to occur on Windows 10, 8, and 7 only varying in file names that are missing. No matter which one of them you received, the way they are resolved is almost identical. Typically, problems with DLL occur due to the presence of malware, malfunctioned software, registry issues, and other less prominent causes as well. If you are a victim of being unable to open a specific program due to the d3d12.dll problem, follow our guide below to resolve it.

How to remove Get-content.site

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Get-content.site is a deceptive site, that, with the help of tricks, forces the user to subscribe to its push notifications in Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. It may also affect Safari or Edge in rare cases. Usually, the website page is shown as an intermediary gateway before downloading a file or watching a video. The message states: "You need to be subscribed to be able to watch the videos. Click "Allow" to subscribe to Push Notifications. Please note that you might also receive promotional notifications". And "Allow" button is displayed, which, if clicked, runs the script showing a standard browser dialog window, offering to allow notifications from Get-content.site. After that, users begin to receive numerous notifications from this website in the bottom-right corner of the desktop, even with the closed browser window. Get-content.site promotes third-party news portals, services, and products of doubtful quality. It uses deceptive methods for distribution and annoys regular users with useless, unnecessary, and purely promotional notifications, ads, and pop-ups. This threat is categorized as adware and often comes along with potentially unwanted programs installed on your PC. Follow instructions below to remove Get-content.site and disable push notifications from it in Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox.

How to fix PNP_DETECTED_FATAL_ERROR in Windows 10

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PNP_DETECTED_FATAL_ERROR is a BSOD (Blue Screen of Death) error, unexpectedly crushing the PCs of some users. Many analysis reports indicate that this issue is often associated with hardware malfunctions or incompatibilities caused by software. The error may occur when launching a specific program or while performing basic computer tasks. Luckily, there are several ways you can resolve the issue and prevent its occurrence in the nearest future. We encourage you to follow our guide below and try each method proposed until the right one is found. Errors caused by issues with software can sometimes be resolved by installing pending Windows updates. Thus, try to check if there is any update waiting to be installed and install it eventually. This is the first step you should try before moving on to other solutions. Alternatively, if you started encountering PNP_DETECTED_FATAL_ERROR right after some new system update was installed, you can remove it and see if this helps. Rarely, but some updates getting released by Microsoft may contain bugs and flaws that affect your system. It is worth checking if some new patches were installed prior to the error appearance. Below, you will find instructions for both removing and installing new updates in Windows 10.

How to remove Saumeechoa.com

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Saumeechoa.com is the domain used for displaying notifications, ads, pop-ups, and redirects in Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Edge, and Safari. The purpose of these ads is to gain subscription to website notifications, in order to push advertisements in future, so Saumeechoa.com can be called a "social engineering virus". After users click the "Allow" button, they will receive numerous push alerts in browsers that are really unwelcome. Besides, redirects may promote software and goods of low quality. In rare cases, ads by Saumeechoa.com can be powered by a browser extension or desktop application. Once you find and remove the program causing it, you will get rid of pop-ups. The malware hides under neutral or common names and inside system folders. It is hard to locate it without specialized tools. Please, use this tutorial to remove Saumeechoa.com ads and restore browser settings to default values.