How to remove Magaskosh Ransomware and decrypt .magaskosh files

What is Magaskosh Ransomware

Magaskosh Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts files on a victim’s computer, making them inaccessible until a ransom is paid. It appends the .magaskosh extension to filenames, for example, renaming 1.jpg to 1.jpg.magaskosh and 2.png to 2.png.magaskosh. Magaskosh Ransomware was first detected in early September 2023. Although it primarily targets English-speaking users, it can potentially spread worldwide. Magaskosh Ransomware displays a ransom note on the locked screen of the infected computer. The note typically contains instructions on how to purchase the decryption tool from the ransomware developers and may also include other remarks.

Magaskosh Ransomware encrypts user data using a combination of encryption algorithms. The specific algorithms are not known, but various sources confirm that the ransomware uses a complex encryption process to lock files. It is known that the ransomware adds a marker rymozvpgflsstrhd at the beginning of each encrypted file. As of now, there is no free decryptor available for Magaskosh Ransomware. However, some companies offer ransomware decryption tools that may help in decrypting files encrypted by other ransomware. It is essential to stay updated on the availability of new decryption tools and check trusted sources like Kaspersky’s No Ransom website or No More Ransom portal.

How Magaskosh Ransomware infected your computer

Magaskosh Ransomware can infect computers through various methods, such as phishing emails, malicious advertisements, drive-by downloads, Trojans, and file-sharing networks. In some cases, downloading files from unverified sources can also expose systems to ransomware threats.

1. Download Magaskosh Ransomware Removal Tool
2. Get decryption tool for .magaskosh files
3. Recover encrypted files with Stellar Data Recovery Professional
4. Restore encrypted files with Windows Previous Versions
5. Restore files with Shadow Explorer
6. How to protect from threats like Magaskosh Ransomware

Magaskosh Ransomware files:


{randomname}.exe


Magaskosh Ransomware registry keys:

no information

How to decrypt and restore .magaskosh files

Use automated decryptors

Download Kaspersky RakhniDecryptor

Use following tool from Kaspersky called Rakhni Decryptor, that can decrypt .magaskosh files. Download it here:

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There is no purpose to pay the ransom because there is no guarantee you will receive the key, but you will put your bank credentials at risk.

Dr.Web Rescue Pack

Famous antivirus vendor Dr. Web provides free decryption service for the owners of its products: Dr.Web Security Space or Dr.Web Enterprise Security Suite. Other users can ask for help in the decryption of .magaskosh files by uploading samples to Dr. Web Ransomware Decryption Service. Analyzing files will be performed free of charge and if files are decryptable, all you need to do is purchase a 2-year license of Dr.Web Security Space worth $120 or less. Otherwise, you don’t have to pay.

If you are infected with Magaskosh Ransomware and removed from your computer you can try to decrypt your files. Antivirus vendors and individuals create free decryptors for some crypto-lockers. To attempt to decrypt them manually you can do the following:

Use Stellar Data Recovery Professional to restore .magaskosh files

1. Download Stellar Data Recovery Professional.
2. Click Recover Data button.
3. Select type of files you want to restore and click Next button.
4. Choose location where you would like to restore files from and click Scan button.
5. Preview found files, choose ones you will restore and click Recover.

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Using Windows Previous Versions option:

1. Right-click on infected file and choose Properties.
2. Select Previous Versions tab.
3. Choose particular version of the file and click Copy.
4. To restore the selected file and replace the existing one, click on the Restore button.
5. In case there is no items in the list choose alternative method.

Using Shadow Explorer:

1. Download Shadow Explorer program.
2. Run it and you will see screen listing of all the drives and the dates that shadow copy was created.
3. Select the drive and date that you want to restore from.
4. Right-click on a folder name and select Export.
5. In case there are no other dates in the list, choose alternative method.

If you are using Dropbox:

1. Login to the DropBox website and go to the folder that contains encrypted files.
2. Right-click on the encrypted file and select Previous Versions.
3. Select the version of the file you wish to restore and click on the Restore button.

How to protect computer from viruses, like Magaskosh Ransomware , in future

1. Get special anti-ransomware software

Use ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware

Famous antivirus brand ZoneAlarm by Check Point released a comprehensive tool, that will help you with active anti-ransomware protection, as an additional shield to your current protection. The tool provides Zero-Day protection against ransomware and allows you to recover files. ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware is compatible with all other antiviruses, firewalls, and security software except ZoneAlarm Extreme (already shipped with ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware) or Check Point Endpoint products. The killer features of this application are: automatic file recovery, overwrite protection that instantly and automatically recovers any encrypted files, file protection that detects and blocks even unknown encryptors.

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2. Back up your files

As an additional way to save your files, we recommend online backup. Local storage, such as hard drives, SSDs, flash drives, or remote network storage can be instantly infected by the virus once plugged in or connected to. Magaskosh Ransomware uses some techniques to exploit this. One of the best services and programs for easy automatic online backup is iDrive. It has the most profitable terms and a simple interface. You can read more about iDrive cloud backup and storage here.

3. Do not open spam e-mails and protect your mailbox

Malicious attachments to spam or phishing e-mails are the most popular method of ransomware distribution. Using spam filters and creating anti-spam rules is good practice. One of the world leaders in anti-spam protection is MailWasher Pro. It works with various desktop applications and provides a very high level of anti-spam protection.

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