What Is AtomSilo Virus
AtomSilo virus is the name of a ransomware infection that has been created primarily to infect your computer and encrypt your files. This virus does this with the main purpose of getting you to pay ransom in the form of a cryptocurrency, like BitCoin so that it removes the .ATOMSILO extension it sets on your files after it encrypts them.
The virus lays down its ransom demands in a note, called README-FILE-#COMPUTER-NAME#-#CREATION-TIME#.hta which is designed specifically to extort you in return for your important files.
Read this article to learn more about the AtomSilo virus and see how to try and restore .ATOMSILO files.
AtomSilo Summary
| Name | AtomSilo virus, also known as Win64:Trojan-gen, Trojan.GenericKD.46959852, A Variant Of Win64/Filecoder.LockFile.B, Trojan-Ransom.Win32.GenericCryptor.lim, Trojan:Win32/Sabsik.FL.B!ml – VirusTotal. |
| File Extension | .ATOMSILO |
| Type | Ransomware, Cryptovirus |
| Short Description | The ransomware encrypts files on your computer system and demands a ransom to be paid to allegedly recover them. |
| Symptoms | The AtomSilo ransomware will encrypt your files by appending the .ATOMSILO extension to them. |
| Ransom Demanding Note | README-FILE-#COMPUTER-NAME#-#CREATION-TIME#.hta |
| Distribution Method | Spam Emails, Email Attachments |
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AtomSilo Virus – What We Know About It
AtomSilo is a classic ransomware infection and just like other cryptoviruses, such as Zeznzo virus, Spc virus and PENTA virus, it could also arrive on your computer using the two main methods:
- By getting sent to you as some form of important file, attached to an e-mail.
- By being a downloaded file from some third-party site you visited.
AtomSilo is the type of program that may be sent to you via e-mail to infect your machine. If that is the case, then this malware often pretends to be an important file, such as:
- Invoice.
- Flight ticket.
- Train ticket.
- eBay receipt.
- FedEx, DHL or another type of document.
AtomSilo may also be downloaded from some shady websites on the web. If so, the virus may appear as if it is the software you are looking to download. Most often, we have received the following reports of victims getting infected by ransomware files downloaded from the web, posing as:
- Cracks.
- Patches.
- Keygens.
- Portable programs.
- Fake app setups.
Once the AtomSilo ransomware infects your computer, it may drop its virus files. They may be of different file types and could be located in the following Windows directories:
- %AppData%
- %Local%
- %LocalLow%
- %Roaming%
- %Temp%
Then, this virus may also perform modifications on Windows command prompt, like run the following command:
→vssadmin.exe delete shadows /all /Quiet
In addition to that, this ransomware may also be responsible for modifying the following Windows registries of your computer:
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce
The outcome of this is you could start seeing this malware to start encrypting the following files on your computer:
- Documents.
- Videos.
- Images.
- Audio files.
- Archives.
- Databases.
- System image files.
- Other.
The files are then appended the following file extension:
New Text Document.txt.ATOMSILO
Keep reading this article to find out more on how to remove this nasty software from your PC.
Remove AtomSilo Virus and Try to Restore Files
To remove the AtomSilo virus, it is important that you use the information provided in this article in combination with the guide that we have created underneath it. Be advised that to remove this software the best way possible, security experts strongly recommend using advanced anti-malware software. Such a program has been created with the main idea to help you delete this program from your computer automatically by scanning for all of the unwanted and malicious files on your computer and removing them.
If you want to try and get your files back, then we strongly recommend that you try to get your files to work again by reading the alternative steps for file recovery below. They are in no way a direct solution to .ATOMSILO files, but with their aid, you may be able to restore at least some of your files.
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Ventsislav is a cybersecurity expert at SensorsTechForum since 2015. He has been researching, covering, helping victims with the latest malware infections plus testing and reviewing software and the newest tech developments. Having graduated Marketing as well, Ventsislav also has passion for learning new shifts and innovations in cybersecurity that become game changers. After studying Value Chain Management, Network Administration and Computer Administration of System Applications, he found his true calling within the cybersecrurity industry and is a strong believer in the education of every user towards online safety and security.
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How to recognize trustworthy sources:
- Always check "About Us" web page.
- Profile of the content creator.
- Make sure that real people are behind the site and not fake names and profiles.
- Verify Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter personal profiles.
How to Remove AtomSilo from Windows.
Step 1: Boot Your PC In Safe Mode to isolate and remove AtomSilo
Step 2: Uninstall AtomSilo and related software from Windows
Here is a method in few easy steps that should be able to uninstall most programs. No matter if you are using Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista or XP, those steps will get the job done. Dragging the program or its folder to the recycle bin can be a very bad decision. If you do that, bits and pieces of the program are left behind, and that can lead to unstable work of your PC, errors with the file type associations and other unpleasant activities. The proper way to get a program off your computer is to Uninstall it. To do that:
Follow the instructions above and you will successfully uninstall most programs.
Step 3: Clean any registries, created by AtomSilo on your computer.
The usually targeted registries of Windows machines are the following:
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce
You can access them by opening the Windows registry editor and deleting any values, created by AtomSilo there. This can happen by following the steps underneath:
Tip: To find a virus-created value, you can right-click on it and click "Modify" to see which file it is set to run. If this is the virus file location, remove the value.
Before starting "Step 4", please boot back into Normal mode, in case you are currently in Safe Mode.
This will enable you to install and use SpyHunter 5 successfully.
Step 4: Scan for AtomSilo with SpyHunter Anti-Malware Tool
Step 5 (Optional): Try to Restore Files Encrypted by AtomSilo.
Ransomware infections and AtomSilo aim to encrypt your files using an encryption algorithm which may be very difficult to decrypt. This is why we have suggested a data recovery method that may help you go around direct decryption and try to restore your files. Bear in mind that this method may not be 100% effective but may also help you a little or a lot in different situations.
Simply click on the link and on the website menus on top, choose Data Recovery - Data Recovery Wizard for Windows or Mac (depending on your OS), and then download and run the tool.
Get rid of AtomSilo from Mac OS X.
Step 1: Uninstall AtomSilo and remove related files and objects
1. Hit the ⇧+⌘+U keys to open Utilities. Another way is to click on “Go” and then click “Utilities”, like the image below shows:
- Go to Finder.
- In the search bar type the name of the app that you want to remove.
- Above the search bar change the two drop down menus to “System Files” and “Are Included” so that you can see all of the files associated with the application you want to remove. Bear in mind that some of the files may not be related to the app so be very careful which files you delete.
- If all of the files are related, hold the ⌘+A buttons to select them and then drive them to “Trash”.
In case you cannot remove AtomSilo via Step 1 above:
In case you cannot find the virus files and objects in your Applications or other places we have shown above, you can manually look for them in the Libraries of your Mac. But before doing this, please read the disclaimer below:
You can repeat the same procedure with the following other Library directories:
→ ~/Library/LaunchAgents
/Library/LaunchDaemons
Tip: ~ is there on purpose, because it leads to more LaunchAgents.
Step 3 (Optional): Try to Restore Files Encrypted by AtomSilo.
Ransomware infections and AtomSilo aim to encrypt your files using an encryption algorithm which may be very difficult to decrypt. This is why we have suggested a data recovery method that may help you go around direct decryption and try to restore your files. Bear in mind that this method may not be 100% effective but may also help you a little or a lot in different situations.
Simply click on the link and on the website menus on top, choose Data Recovery - Data Recovery Wizard for Windows or Mac (depending on your OS), and then download and run the tool.
AtomSilo FAQ
What is AtomSilo ransomware and how does it work?
AtomSilo is a ransomware infection - the malicious software that enters your computer silently and blocks either access to the computer itself or encrypt your files.
Many ransomware viruses use sophisticated encryption algorithm how to make your files inaccessible. The goal of ransomware infections is to demand that you pay a ransom payment to get access to your files back.
How does AtomSilo ransomware infect my computer?
Via several ways.AtomSilo Ransomware infects computers by being sent via phishing e-mails, containing virus attachment.
This attachment is usually masked as an important document, like an invoice, bank document or even a plane ticket and it looks very convincing to users.
After you download and execute this attachment, a drive-by download occurs and your computer is infected with the ransomware virus.
Another way, you may become a victim of AtomSilo is if you download a fake installer, crack or patch from a low reputation website or if you click on a virus link. Many users report getting a ransomware infection by downloading torrents.
How to open .AtomSilo files?
You can't. At this point the .AtomSilo files are encrypted. You can only open them once they are decrypted.
Decryptor did not decrypt my data. What now?
Do not panic and backup the files. If a decryptor did not decrypt your .AtomSilo files successfully, then do not despair, because this virus is still new.
One way to restore files, encrypted by AtomSilo ransomware is to use a decryptor for it. But since it's a new virus, advised that the decryption keys for it may not be out yet and available to the public. We will update this article and keep you posted as soon as this decryptor is released.
How Do I restore ".AtomSilo" files (Other Methods)?
Yes, sometimes files can be restored. We have suggested several file recovery methods that could work if you want to restore .AtomSilo files.
These methods are in no way 100% guarantee that you will be able to get your files back. But if you have a backup, your chances of success are much greater.
How do I get rid of AtomSilo ransomware virus?
The safest way and the most efficient one for the removal of this ransomware infection is the use a professional anti malware software. It will scan for and locate AtomSilo ransomware and then remove it without causing any additional harm to your important .AtomSilo files.
Also, keep in mind that viruses like AtomSilo ransomware also install Trojans and keyloggers that can steal your passwords and accounts. Scanning your computer with an anti-malware software will make sure that all of these virus components are removed and your computer is protected in the future.
What to Do If nothing works?
There is still a lot you can do. If none of the above methods seem to work for you, then try these methods:
- Try to find a safe computer from where you can can login on your own line accounts like One Drive, iDrive, Google Drive and so on.
- Try to contact your friends, relatives and other people so that they can check if they have some of your important photos or documents just in case you sent them.
- Also, check if some of the files that were encrypted it can be re-downloaded from the web.
- Another clever way to get back some of your files is to find another old computer, a flash drive or even a CD or a DVD where you may have saved your older documents. You might be surprised what will turn up.
- You can also go to your email account to check if you can send any attachments to other people. Usually what is sent the email is saved on your account and you can re-download it. But most importantly, make sure that this is done from a safe computer and make sure to remove the virus first.
More tips you can find on our forums, where you can also asks any questions about your ransomware problem.
How to Report Ransomware to Authorities?
In case your computer got infected with a ransomware infection, you can report it to the local Police departments. It can help authorities worldwide track and determine the perpetrators behind the virus that has infected your computer. Below, we have prepared a list with government websites, where you can file a report in case you are a victim of a cybercrime:
Cyber-security authorities, responsible for handling ransomware attack reports in different regions all over the world:
- Germany - Offizielles Portal der deutschen Polizei
- United States - IC3 Internet Crime Complaint Centre
- United Kingdom - Action Fraud Police
- France - Ministère de l'Intérieur
- Italy - Polizia Di Stato
- Spain - Policía Nacional
- Netherlands - Politie
- Poland - Policja
- Portugal - Polícia Judiciária
- Greece - Cyber Crime Unit (Hellenic Police)
- India - Mumbai Police - CyberCrime Investigation Cell
- Australia - Australian High Tech Crime Center
Reports may be responded to in different timeframes, depending on your local authorities.
