.CERBER File Extension

Cerber Ransomware Encrypted File

The Cerber virus encrypts your files. It is ransomware. It takes your files hostage to force you to pay bitcoins to decrypt them. You must remove the virus before decrypting files. Use antivirus softw...

General Information

Title CERBER File Extension
Extension .cerber
Full Form Cerber Ransomware Encrypted File
File Type Encrypted File
Developer Cybercriminals
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Ransomware payload
Additional Functions Demands ransom
Features Encryption, Extortion

File Characteristics

Quality Encrypted content
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable No

Use Cases

Data Hostage Yes
Illegal Profit Yes
Cyber Terrorism Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Data loss, Extortion
Best Practices Regular backups, Security software

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2016
Latest Version Varies by variant

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .locky, .crypto, .crypt

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Ransomware Decryptors Free, Paid options Windows
Antivirus Programs Free, Paid options Windows, Mac, Linux