Neowin News Feed for: Decrypt

Popcorn Time ransomware lets you decrypt your files - by infecting others

Justin Luna — Mon, 12 Dec 2016 08:40:01 +0000

A new in-development ransomware has been discovered, which stands out from the crowd, letting victims have their files decrypted by spreading the malware to others until a ransom is paid. Read more...

Russia will fine services like Facebook, WhatsApp that don't decrypt user messages

Vlad Dudau — Tue, 21 Jun 2016 08:24:01 +0000

The Russian government wants to fine companies that don't decrypt their users' data when the authorities ask them to. Facebook Messenger, Telegram and WhatsApp are among those targeted. Read more...

John McAfee offers San Bernardino police a solution to its iPhone problem

Timi Cantisano — Thu, 18 Feb 2016 17:12:01 +0000

Apple has been requested to assist in unlocking the encrypted iPhone retrieved by the San Bernardino police department. Luckily, John McAfee is offering a solution that could keep Apple in the clear. Read more...