What is a .PARADISE file?
A .PARADISE file is a type of file that has been locked or encrypted by a specific kind of harmful software known as Paradise ransomware. This ransomware is a type of malware, which means it's software designed to damage or disable computers. It is spread by cybercriminals who aim to encrypt files on a victim's computer and then demand payment to unlock them.
The .PARADISE file originally could have been any common type of file like a photo (.JPG), a text document (.DOCX), a spreadsheet (.XLSX), a video (.MP4), or an audio file (.MP3). However, once the Paradise ransomware infects a computer, it changes the names of these files by adding the .paradise extension at the end and encrypts their contents, making them inaccessible.
To help victims recover their files without paying a ransom, a tool called the Emsisoft Decryptor for Paradise has been developed. This tool is available for free and can decrypt files that have been encrypted by the Paradise ransomware. It works not only on files with the .paradise extension but also on files with other specific extensions like .2k19sys, .p3rf0rm4, .exploit, .immortal, .FC, among others.
The ransomware typically reaches computers through phishing emails. These emails contain malicious attachments, often in the form of .ZIP or .IQY files. When these attachments are opened, they execute commands that install the ransomware on the computer. Despite being an older form of ransomware, Paradise is still actively used in cyber attacks. For instance, in early 2020, there were reports of new spam campaigns using emails disguised as free offers or order receipts to spread Paradise.
If your computer is infected, you might find a ransom note in each affected folder. These notes, which could be named #DECRYPTMYFILES#.txt or ---==$$$OPEN_ME_UP$$$==---.txt, contain instructions demanding payment in exchange for a decryption key. However, it is advised not to pay the ransom as there is no guarantee that the cybercriminals will provide a key, and free decryption tools like the Emsisoft Decryptor for Paradise are available.
To open and potentially decrypt a .PARADISE file, you should use the Emsisoft Decryptor for Paradise. This program is specifically designed to help recover files affected by this ransomware and can be downloaded from reputable security websites.
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