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BA8001: A possible ransomware infection has been detected

Error code Product Applies to
BA8001 BackupAssist ER BackupAssist ER v1 and later

Description

While running a backup, CryptoSafeGuard has detected a possible ransomware infection on the machine. Because of this, the backup was failed and the BackupAssist ER installation has been blocked.

Resolution

This resolution requires following the CryptoSafeGuard interface’s work flow.

There are two basic steps in the work flow:

  1. Use the CryptoSafeGuard interface to confirm or deny the infection by selecting Yes or No.
  2. If you select No (no infection), remove files or use the CryptoSafeGuard interface to white list the infected files.

To learn how to perform these tasks, see the CryptoSafeGuard ransomware protection guide.

Last updated Created Further assistance
5th July 2017 5th July 2017 BackupAssist ER Support page