W32/Filecoder.AK!tr.ransom

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W32/Filecoder.AK!tr.ransom is classified as a ransomware trojan.
A ransomware trojan is a type of malware that prevents or restricts the infected user from accessing their system, usually by locking the screen or encrypting the user's files. It then demands payment, usually in the form of cryptocurrency, in order for the system or files to be accessible again.
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recommended-action-logoRecommended Action

  • Make sure that your FortiGate/FortiClient system is using the latest AV database.
  • Quarantine/delete files that are detected and replace infected files with clean backup copies.

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Detection Availability

FortiGate
Extreme
FortiClient
Extended
FortiMail
Extended
FortiSandbox
Extended
FortiWeb
Extended
Web Application Firewall
Extended
FortiIsolator
Extended
FortiDeceptor
Extended
FortiEDR

Version Updates

Date Version Detail
2024-01-03 92.00311
2023-12-01 91.09331
2023-05-01 91.02867
2023-05-01 91.02866
2023-04-04 91.02050
2023-03-16 91.01477
2023-03-06 91.01182
2023-01-27 91.00040
2022-09-20 90.06160
2022-09-14 90.05991