Bitdefender Releases Free Decryptor for ShrinkLocker Ransomware
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Bitdefender releases free decryptor for ShrinkLocker ransomware. The Romanian cybersecurity firm has developed a decryptor to assist victims of the ShrinkLocker ransomware, which exploits Microsoft’s BitLocker for file encryption. This tool emerged from an in-depth analysis revealing a recovery opportunity post-removal of protectors from BitLocker-encrypted disks. ShrinkLocker, first identified by Kaspersky in May 2024, has targeted various countries and is noted for its use of VBScript and the ability to encrypt multiple systems quickly within a network. Bitdefender emphasizes the importance of proactive monitoring and proper BitLocker configurations to mitigate such attacks.