Watch out for this new malicious ransomware disguised as Windows updates
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New ransomware called Big Head infects devices and encrypts the device's files by displaying a fake Windows update alert on your computer screen.
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The ransomware, which is called Big Head, infects devices and encrypts the device's files by displaying a fake Windows update alert on the victim's computer. Three encrypted executable files are deployed in the attack – one for propagating the malware, one for facilitating communications via Telegram, and one for encrypting the files and displaying the fake Windows update.