RanSim is a tool, whichsimulates ransomware attacks, to check, How your threat protection software responds to real attacks. You can use RanSim, To make sure, that your software blocks ransomware or can detect false positives .
This tool pretends 24 ransomware infection scenario and one cryptocurrency infection scenario. It doesn't use your own files and doesn't modify existing files on disk.
note, that RanSim is intended for workstations basedWindows 10 and higher. It does not affect any existing files on the disk. As part of the simulation, RanSim lists all files on the local disk (disks). For encryption purposes, simulated data files are downloaded from the Internet .
If you want to check, How vulnerable is your network to ransomware attacks?, download RanSim and use it for free.
How to use
Download and install the program… True, the standard antivirus can rear up. After launch, need to press a key “Chek Now” and wait for the scan results.
Results and testing methodology
When conducting the tests, I did not claim to be representative or to maintain proper testing quality/reliability.
Testing methodology
- Used a Windows virtual machine 10, After each testing, a snapshot of the virtual machine was rolled back.
- Every antivirus (except the built-in defender) not configured additionally*
*if necessary, utility files were added to exceptions.
Kaspersky Internet Security
This is a comprehensive solution for protecting computers and networks from viruses, malware and other threats.
stood “mountain” on user protection, preventing you from installing or somehow using RanSim.
Windows Defender 10
Surprised by the results, taking into account existing reviews. Passed all tests, at the same time, legal actions of the utility are blocked. Paranoia is everything ))
Avast Free Antivirus 2024
This free antivirus solution, which provides reliable protection for your computer, home network and your data. Results are the same as the previous solution.
Dr.Web Security Space
This comprehensive security solution, including antivirus, antispam, parental control, firewall, exploit protection, ransomware, data loss, privacy, blocking of removable devices and cloud storage Dr. Web. The result is frankly weak 20 from 25 tests were failed.
Zillya! Antivirus
This Ukrainian antivirus, developed Laboratory Zillya!. It protects users from viruses, Trojans, spyware, rootkits, adware and other threats thanks to proactive defense
The result is excellent, but as it turned out, these are the Windows Defender results, because. the operating system does not disable the standard antivirus and two antiviruses worked simultaneously.
Conclusion
Do it yourself….