This algebraic form of encryption is based on solving the discrete logarithm of a random elliptic curve element.
However the price for decryptor tool can change as per the geolocation of the victim.
If the malware detects a virtual environment, it will not ask for any payment to be made.
Virtual environments are generally used by security researchers against malwares such as this one.
OphionLocker is deadlier then previous ransomware avatars because it doesnt need internet connectivity or user interaction to begin encryption.
This is because the a public key is already present in the payload downloaded by the victim.
This makes it harder to detect or to prevent infection.
Despite the high profile CryptoLocker takedown, Ransomware remains a deadly threat to the users.
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source: www.techworm.net
