Persephone ransomware will try to lock your data, which is why it is categorized as file-encrypting malware. More commonly, it's known as as ransomware. There are numerous ways you might have infected your computer, possibly either through spam email attachments, malicious ads or downloads from unreliable sources. We will discuss how you might protect your system from this type of infection later on in the report. There's a reason ransomware is believed to be so dangerous, if you want to dodge likely serious harm, make sure you know how to prevent an infection. It may be especially shocking to find your files locked if you've never happened upon ransomware before, and you have no idea what it is. When the encryption process is complete, you'll notice a ransom note, which will explain that you need to buy a decryptor. We doubt a decryption software will be sent to you after you pay, as the people you are dealing with are criminals, who will not feel responsible to help you. We're more prone to believing that they won't help in data recovery. Furthermore, your money would support other malware projects in the future. It is likely that a free decryption program has been released, as people specializing in malware could sometimes crack the ransomware. Try to find a decryptor before think about paying. If you did take care to backup your data, they may be recovered after you uninstall Persephone ransomware.
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