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What is .vival file virus?

Also known as Dharma ransomware">1, it encrypts files and asking for the ransom. Vival virus uses as a contact.

Dharma ransomware is back with a new cryptovirus variant. The current version of the Dharma virus encrypts files by appending the .vival extension to them, making them inaccessible. It also may add a unique identification number as previous versions do. All encrypted files will receive the new extension as a secondary one. The ransomware drops a ransom note, which gives instructions to victims on how they can allegedly recover their files.

Vival Threat Summary

Name.vival file virus
Extension[].vival file virus
TypeRansomware
Short DescriptionThe ransomware encrypts files on your computer system and demands a ransom to be paid to allegedly recover them.
SymptomsDharma will encrypt your documents by appending the .vival extension to them, along with a unique identification number placing the new .[].vival extension as a secondary.
Distribution MethodSpam, Email attachments, Compromised legitimate downloads, Attacks exploiting weak or stolen RDP credentials">2.
Fix ToolSee If Your System Has Been Affected by .vival file virus

.vival File Virus – Dharma Ransomware

.vival File Virus might spread its infection via a payload dropper, which initiates the malicious script for this ransomware. That is being spread around Internet, and you can see the detections of such a file on the VirusTotal service on the right of this text. Vival File Virus might also distribute its payload file on social media and file-sharing services. Freeware which is found on the Web can be presented as helpful also be hiding the malicious script for the cryptovirus. Read the tips for ransomware prevention from our forum.

.vival File Virus is a cryptovirus that encrypts your files and shows a ransomware note. This is how the ransom note looks:

[].vival virus demanding message in a pop-up window

It says the following:

All your files have been encrypted!
All your files have been encrypted due to a security problem with your PC. If you want to restore them, write us to the e-mail 
Write this ID in the title of your message XXXXXX
In case of no answer in 24 hours write us to theese e-mails:
You have to pay for decryption in Bitcoins. The price depends on how fast you write to us. After payment we will send you the decryption tool that will decrypt all your files.
Free decryption as guarantee
Before paying you can send us up to 1 file for free decryption. The total size of files must be less than 1Mb (non archived), and files should not contain valuable information. (databases,backups, large excel sheets, etc.)
How to obtain Bitcoins
The easiest way to buy bitcoins is LocalBitcoins site. You have to register, click 'Buy bitcoins', and select the seller by payment method and price.
hxxps://localbitcoins[dot]com/buy_bitcoins
Also you can find other places to buy Bitcoins and beginners guide here:
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Attention!
Do not rename encrypted files.
Do not try to decrypt your data using third party software, it may cause permanent data loss.
Decryption of your files with the help of third parties may cause increased price (they add their fee to our) or you can become a victim of a scam.
Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

Cybersecurity & Digital Privacy Researcher

Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.

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