Moisha ransomware (virus) - Recovery Instructions Included

What is Moisha ransomware?

Moisha ransomware targets businesses and threatens to sell their data if not paid

Ransomware infections can be very expensive if victims want their data back

Moisha ransomware is a file-locking virus that targets mainly businesses. It infiltrates the network and locks important files such as photos, videos, documents, databases, etc. A ransomware infection can result in permanent data loss because it uses complicated encryption algorithms. Decryption without the cybercriminals' help is usually impossible.

This variant does not attach any extensions so it is hard to know which files are affected without trying to open them. The icons also remain unchanged. Shortly after the encryption process is done, a ransom note is generated on the machine. It is a message from threat actors which explains what they want.

The ransom note

Cybercriminals use intimidation tactics to make people pay as fast as possible

The full !!!READ TO RECOVER YOUR DATA!!!.txt ransom note reads as follows:

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Hi ***********, this is Moisha!

What happened?

All just our Poles Testers team penetrated your network!
What do we want? We want money for our silence and decrypting your files!

What did we do?, We entered your corporate network, stole your work files among them the source codes
of your projects! Leaving, we encrypted them, more than you are sure of you have their copy!

What do we do? We will contact your every client, and let us inform you that you were hacked and all
your customers are now at risk working with the programs of whose source code we have!

What to do that all this would not be and return all to places?

All we just want money, namely 55.5555 dollars, for our silence and decryption of your network.

What will happen if you do not get in touch? :

1. We will publish part of the source of your projects (this will cause reputational harm to your company)
2. We will sell part of the sources to your competitors or anyone who wants to buy them!
3. We are knitted with everyone who works with you or has any connection with your company, be your
partners or clients of your company.
4. We will report to regional news that you were hacked!

All this can be avoided, how?

1. You get in touch with us.
2. We agree in the first 48 hours it will be fast!
3. You pay the agreed amount.
4. We restore everything that we encrypted.
5. We will return your source codes to you and will not publish them on forums and sell them to second
and third parties.

Make sure that we are not the time you wash, looking at the provider’s report and understand that all
your sources and projects merged from you !!

We have downloaded all your program sources! over 200 gigabytes! Don't delay! we are waiting for you at
the negotiations, we will be able to confirm the availability of your files!

You can contact us:
To quickly communicate, use mail (Robertmulder_1969@Proton.me Hefmyra-1963@Proton.me)

– Use the Tox Messenger, You Can download heere hxxps://tox.chat/

to comunicate with the Operator Via Tox Messenger:

Moisha Id Operator in Tox Messenger

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Sincerely MOISHA !!

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Cybercriminals say that they stole the work files and source codes of projects. They threaten to leak a part of the information, sell it to competitors, and contact the news if their demands are not met. They ask to be contacted within 48 hours. They want $55,5555 which would be a significant amount of money for a small business.

It is unspecified how they want to be paid but most often ransomware developers ask to be paid in cryptocurrencies^[1] because it provides anonymity. We strongly advise not to pay the ransom because victims often do not receive the promised decryption tools after the payment is sent.

Once you make a cryptocurrency transaction, you cannot reverse it, so you will most likely be left without your money and data. By paying, you also support the malicious activity, which leads to more malware attacks on innocent users. In some cases, third-party recovery solutions work, so we recommend trying those first.

Distribution methods

It is unknown how this particular ransomware is distributed, but cybercriminals generally use various software vulnerabilities^[2] to get in. That is why it is essential to update the OS and software to get all the patches. Software developers constantly release new updates so they should be installed as soon as they come out.

Another popular method of delivering ransomware is by email. This method affects work environments more as people use Office 365 and other programs to open files sent to them at work. Threat actors use this to their advantage and attach infected files to the email.

Various phishing techniques are used to make the email look legitimate. Some can look like they were sent by colleagues, but hackers can also take hold of friends' lists and impersonate them, so users should always check with the person through another platform if they were not expecting any attachments.

People can also be infected by installing “cracked” software,^[3] although this happens more to home users, as you cannot use a work computer to download shady files. These programs are often injected with malicious code or have malware bundled together in the installer, and people do not notice them because they rush through the installation process.

Disconnect the device from the local network

As the creators of this malicious program seem to be targeting businesses, you need to isolate the affected machine so the virus would not infect the entire network. As soon as one of the machines is infected, malware can spread via network and encrypt files everywhere else, including Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices. If your computer is connected to a network, it is important to isolate it to prevent re-infection after ransomware removal is complete.

The easiest way to disconnect a PC from everything is to plug out the ethernet cable. In the corporate environment, this might be extremely hard to do and time-consuming. The method below will disconnect from all the networks, including local and the internet, isolating each machine involved.

• Type in Control Panel in Windows search and press Enter
• Go to Network and Internet
• Click Network and Sharing Center
• On the left, pick Change adapter settings
• Right-click on your connection (for example, Ethernet), and select Disable
• Confirm with Yes.

If you are using some type of cloud storage connected to, you should disconnect from it immediately. It is also advisable to disconnect all the external devices, such as USB flash sticks, external HDDs, etc. Once the malware elimination process is finished, you can connect your computers to the network and internet, as explained above, but by pressing Enable instead.

Remove the malicious program

If you try to recover your data first, it can result in permanent loss. It can also encrypt your files the second time. It will not stop until you remove the malicious files causing it first. It would be best if you did not attempt to remove the malicious program yourself. Use anti-malware tools like SpyHunter 5Combo Cleaner or Malwarebytes to scan your system. This security software should find all the related files and entries and remove them automatically for you. Automatic removal is the best option because there is less risk of leaving some of the traces behind.

If the virus prevents you from using security software, you first need to access Safe Mode.^[4] If you do not know how to do it, look for instructions at the bottom of the post.

File recovery options

The decryption key is only in the hackers' hands, which can unlock your files, so if you did not back them up previously, you possibly lost your files forever. You can try using data recovery software, but third-party programs cannot always decrypt the files. We suggest at least trying this method. Before proceeding, you have to copy the corrupted files and place them in a USB flash drive or another storage. And remember – only do this if you have already removed Moisha ransomware.

1. Download Data Recovery Pro.
2. Double-click the installer to launch it.
3. Follow on-screen instructions to install the software.
4. As soon as you press Finish, you can use the app.
5. Select Everything or pick individual folders where you want the files to be recovered.
6. Press Next.
7. At the bottom, enable Deep scan and pick which Disks you want to be scanned.
8. Press Scan and wait till it is complete.
9. You can now pick which folders/files to recover – don't forget you also have the option to search by the file name!
10. Press Recover to retrieve your files.

Your operating system after an attack

Performance, stability, and usability issues, to the point where a complete Windows reinstall is required, are expected after malware infection. These types of infections can alter the Windows registry database, damage vital bootup, and other sections, delete or corrupt DLL files, etc. Once a system file is damaged by malware, antivirus software is not able to repair it.

This is why FortectIntego was developed. It can fix a lot of the damage caused by an infection like this. Blue Screen errors, freezes, registry errors, damaged DLLs, etc., can make your computer completely unusable. By using this maintenance tool, you could avoid Windows reinstallation.

• Download the application by clicking on the link above
• Click on the ReimageRepair.exe
  
• If User Account Control (UAC) shows up, select Yes
• Press Install and wait till the program finishes the installation process
• The analysis of your machine will begin immediately
• Once complete, check the results – they will be listed in the Summary
• You can now click on each of the issues and fix them manually
• If you see many problems that you find difficult to fix, we recommend you purchase the license and fix them automatically.