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RE: ALERT : Hackers spreading Locky ransomware by uploading infected .SVG images on Facebook Messenger
And this is why you should always back-up your most important files.
Either at a service like dropbox or google drive, or on a offline drive which is not connected to your computer.
I've seen several people be infected by viruses like this and all you can really do is format your drives and reinstall.
Do not pay these bastards!
And of course...don't open files without knowing what they contain.
I agree with you ....
I always back up my important files. And also I'm using Bitdefender Anti Ransomware
Haven't tried bitdefender anti ransomware, gotta check that out.
Another thing for the more careful types of people, if you don't trust a provider like Drive and dropbox with your more sensitive file, use 7zip and encrypt the library before uploading. Works like a charm.:)