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"The Finder can’t complete the operation because some data in "FileName" can’t be read or written. (Error code -36)" - is the type of error message one can receive while copying, deleting, or transferring data on Mac. The error message usually contains a file with the .DS.Store extension. The .DS.Store files are known as hidden cached files created by macOS. The error 36 indicates they are more likely corrupted, which leads to problems with performing different file operations. In most reported cases, it appeared when trying to copy or transfer files from external storage units like SSD, HDD, microSD, and other USB drives. However, it is not excluded that the same error may pop when trying to delete files as well. Error 36 is normally categorized as an Input/Output error. It means there is likely to be some file corruption or incompatibility with the file system used by Mac and the file being transferred - just as we mentioned above. Usually, the reasons mentioned above are most common to cause issues like error 36. The question of how such incompatibility and corruption problems occur may have different causes. We will discuss them with corresponding solutions in our tutorial below.

Explus is a common file-encrypting virus. It assigns strong encryption keys to render files inaccessible until a ransom is paid. Software with such capabilities is often referred to as ransomware. During encryption, Explus Ransomware adds the .explus extension to the end of filenames. This is done to draw victims' attention to recognizing their files have been encrypted. For instance, a file like 1.pdf will change to 1.pdf.explus, and so forth with other affected files. After all data becomes no longer usable, the virus starts its attempts to blackmail victims into paying money for data return. Developers do it through the RECOVERY INFORMATION.txt text file that is created immediately at the end of encryption.

Soviet Locker is a ransomware program. Ransomware is a type of malware usually designed to encrypt system-stored files and blackmail victims into paying money for its return. Soviet Locker is a surprisingly different instance - the virus does not demand any money for decryption. Instead, it shows a pop-up window claiming the restricted files can be unlocked using a password. This password cannot be retrieved from cybercriminals due to a lack of contact information. The reason for that might be that Soviet Locker is still under development and can be updated with real demands for payment in the future. For now, files affected by Soviet Locker can be decrypted without the help of cybercriminals. Virus researchers managed to match the right password that works for the majority of victims. The password is c819381734f8s2748a8239j872hdhc7c8 and has to be entered into a field within the pop-up window. Once entered, all previously blocked data will become fully usable again. Note that after recovering access to files, it is also very important to make sure the virus is no longer operating inside of your system. Otherwise, it may continue encrypting other files or download more infections as well. Follow our instructions below to remove it and restore a safe computer experience eventually.

SunnyDay is the name of a devastating ransomware infection. It was developed to cause encryption of personal data and help its developers capitalize on it. After restricting access to files using the .SunnyDay extension, the virus starts blackmailing victims into paying a fee for decryption. This information is presented inside of a text note (!-Recovery_Instructions-!.txt) created upon encrypting targetted data. Victims are guided to contact developers using e-mail communication (restoreassistance_net@wholeness.business or restoreassistance_net@decorous.cyou) and pay for special decryption software. Cybercriminals warn that trying to use any third-party software to decrypt the data will result in the immediate damage of files. It is also stated that all encrypted files have been uploaded to servers of cybercriminals, which, in case of refusing to pay, will be forwarded (sold) to parties potentially interested in it. Additionally, victims are offered to send 2 or 3 non-important and get them decrypted for free. This is used by swindlers to show they are actually able to decrypt the data. Unfortunately, decrypting data without the help of cybercriminals is more likely to corrupt data and make it no longer decryptable. It is very possible that ransomware developers incorporated protection that detects any unauthorized attempts to modify data. Users can recover their data using a copy of files backed up on uninfected storage. Unfortunately, this does not abolish the threats of having collected data leaked to online resources.

If you are no longer able to access your files and see them appear like this 1.pdf.acepy, then you are most likely infected with Acepy Ransomware. It is an encryption virus designed to render files inaccessible and blackmail victims into paying the so-called ransom. The infection does so through a ransom note (ACEPY_README.txt) created upon successfully encrypting the targeted data. It also force-opens a Command Prompt window with information identical to the text file we mentioned above. The notes briefly describe how to recover blocked files. Victims have to contact Acepy developers through the AcepyRansom@protonmail.com e-mail address and purchase special decryption software for the price announced after establishing communication with them. While there is no definite information on how much swindlers require to pay, meeting their demands is highly unrecommended. This is because of cybercriminals' tendency to fool their victims and not send any promised decryption tools afterwards. Despite this, the initial virus developers might be the only figures able to fully decrypt your data. Using third-party decryption tools as an attempt to avoid paying the ransom often flows in no anticipated results.

Quantum is the name of a ransomware infection. It was purposefully developed to encrypt system-stored data and blackmail victims into paying money for its return. The virus uses military-grade algorithms to restrict users from accessing their own files. It also appends the .quantum extension to highlight access-blocked data. For instance, a file named 1.pdf will change to 1.pdf.quantum and drop its original icon. After this, Quantum Ransomware creates an HTML file called README_TO_DECRYPT.html. The file is meant to show instruction on returning the data.

Although Apple officially said they fixed the issue with the IOS 9.3 update, some users are still unlucky to receive the 53 error in later IOS versions as well. Users reported the error started its presence after replacing security components like Touch ID sensor, Home button, or even a Screen with the help of unofficial repairing centers. This means a replaced iPhone component may be unauthorized therefore making a device think it is unsafe and should be avoided. As a result, this creates incompatibility issues preventing the system to restore or install new updates properly. The great news is that sometimes this error can be worked out without referring to Apple centers with hardware complaints. Also, if you have not done any replacements or damage to the aforementioned components, this guide will be especially useful for you. Alike other issues with updating or restoring a device, error 53 can be potentially solved using a general set of approaches to address such problems. Try each suggestion proposed below to circumvent the issue and get back to using your device as usual.

Some users who upgraded their system from Windows 10 to Windows 11 started facing problems with opening certain applications. The error they get is complimented with the following message: "There was a problem starting [filename]. The specified procedure could not be found.". While some issue victims struggle to open a third-party app, others experience troubles with accessing files like videos and photos via "Photos" and "Movies & TV" apps. It was also reported by some to face the same error while trying to open native Windows Defender to perform a scan. The information we gathered indicates there are a couple of fundamental reasons why such an error occurs - corrupted system file system, malware intervention, system bug, and other glitches as well. Based on this, we have collected all the solutions that other users proved to successfully resolve the issue. Before trying them out, we should also note that many users complained these solutions had only a temporary effect on fixing the error message. The problem disappeared but then re-occurred within the time after solution. Many suspect it is up to Microsoft themselves as they should release an update to address some internal glitch and eliminate the error respectively. Before that happens, try the solutions below.