Win32/Lockscreen.Aee is a type of malware that belongs to the Lockscreen family. It is designed to lock the screen of an infected computer and display a fake message claiming that the user’s system has been locked due to illegal activities or security issues. The message typically demands a ransom payment in order to unlock the computer.
Win32/Lockscreen.Aee can infect computers through various means, including malicious email attachments, infected websites, fake software updates, and file-sharing networks. Once the malware is executed on a computer, it can modify system settings and registry entries to ensure that the lock screen message is displayed each time the computer is booted up.
To protect against Win32/Lockscreen.Aee and similar threats, users should be cautious when downloading files from the internet, avoid clicking on suspicious links or email attachments, keep their software and operating system up-to-date, and use reputable antivirus software to scan their system regularly.