As such, SentinelLabs built a free file decryption tool available for Clop victims, which the company tells TechCrunch it has also shared with law enforcement.

Source: https://techcrunch.com/2023/02/07/clop-ransomware-linux-flaw/

However, if the victims suspect that they won’t be getting the decryption key or encrypted data back then they won’t pay the ransom.

Source: https://theconversation.com/international-ransomware-gangs-are-evolving-their-techniques-the-next-generation-of-hackers-will-target-weaknesses-in-cryptocurrencies-211233

The FBI mentioned it gained entry to Hive’s laptop networks in July 2022, buying decryption keys to greater than 1,300 present and previous victims, which helped stop greater than $130 million in demanded ransom cash.

Source: https://basquiatstrings.co.uk/doj-disrupts-major-ransomware-group-that-extorted-more-than-100m-including-from-schools-and-hospitals-bt-news

Unfortunately, Eileen could make matters worse for herself if she tries to steal the decryption flash drive.

Source: https://www.celebdirtylaundry.com/2023/general-hospital-update-tuesday-march-28-lizs-sudden-heartbreak-cam-warns-spencer-lucy-fights-back/