Your files are encrypted, and you're forced to pay to get them back.

Below is a detailed blog post explaining what these types of files are and how to handle them safely.

Inside that zip is likely a small script (like a .js , .vbs , or .exe file). Once you "unzip" and click the file inside, it executes a command that connects your computer to a hacker's server. 3. The Risks of Downloading

Most antivirus software struggles to scan the contents of a compressed folder in real-time until it is extracted.