How to remove RunExeMemory ransomware and recover encrypted files

Easy tips to delete RunExeMemory ransomware and restore data

RunExeMemory ransomware is a cryptovirus that is designed to encrypt stored files and then demand ransom payment for the decryption, i.e., decryption tool/ software. The encrypted files will receive a string of random characters as file extension. For example, you would see your file 1.jpg would become 1.jpg.c87hqe after the encryption. The ransom demanding message is dropped just after the files encryption process is complete. It is displayed in “Read me, if you want to recover your files.txt” file.

The ransom demanding message provides instructions to the users on how to contact the crooks behind the RunExeMemory ransomware and pay them ransom (purchase the decryption software) and various other details. As per the ransom note, if you want to get access to the encrypted files, you would have to pay 539 Bitcoins to the crooks. Nowhere in the text provides the payment and contact details and so it can be said that the ransomware is at its initial attack.

However, even in the case when there is contact/ payment information provided in the ransom note, you require not to step to follow the ransom payment instructions. There is a major chance that the crooks will disappear- leaving you without your files, once the payment is received. To recover the encrypted data, you have to think of some alternatives such as backups you have or the shadow copies and third party data recovery tools (check the data recovery section below the post for more detailed guide).

Before stepping to this, you should remove RunExeMemory ransomware at first. The malware is so cunning that if it presents during the files recovery process, it will interfere and will not make you succeed in your attempt. To remove the ransomware infection, you can employ some powerful antivirus tool. Manually, it will be difficult to perform the removal process of any ransomware. For step-by-step guide for the removal process, follow our instruction provided below the post.

How did RunExeMemory ransomware infiltrate my systems?

Ransomware and other malicious malware are often distributed through emails, fake software updaters, files downloaded from unreliable sources, software cracking tools and Trojans. Mal-spam emails have infectious files or links in them. The main aim of such emails is to trick people into opening the malicious file, for instance, a malicious Microsoft Office document, ZIP, RAR or other archive file, PDF document, JavaScript file, executable file and so on. Fake software updaters do not install updates of fixes for any software. They are often disguised as legit and often lead to the malware download/ installation at the end.

Untrustworthy downloading channels such as p2p networks, free file hosting sites and third party downloaders/ installers can cause malware download/ installation too. Crooks spread malware using these sources by promoting them as legit software. Software cracking tools activate licensed software illegally. Also, it is very common that users who are using such tools end up downloading/ installing malware on their system. Trojans are malicious malware especially designed to download/install additional computer malware.

Full text presented in RunExeMemory ransomware’s ransom note:

Restoring all files on your network -> 539 BTC

It’s your identifier:

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We will contact you ourselves

*If you don’t pay us, then expect a wave of DDoS attacks

How to protect system from ransomware?

Third party downloders, installers, p2p networks, unofficial pages and etc should never be used as tools, channels to download any files or programs. These should be downloaded from official websites and direct links. Irrelevant, suspicious emails having unknown, suspicious addresses and have file attached to them should never be trusted. It is common that these emails deliver malware. Installed apps should always be updated/ activated using the tools/ functions from official software developers. Avoid third party, unofficial tools – they often are malicious/ bundled with malware. Also, it is illegal to activate licensed software using unofficial tools or use any hacked/ pirated software.

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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Step 1: Remove RunExeMemory ransomware through “Safe Mode with Networking”

Step 2: Delete RunExeMemory ransomware using “System Restore”

Step 1: Remove RunExeMemory ransomware through “Safe Mode with Networking”

For Windows XP and Windows 7 users: Boot the PC in “Safe Mode”. Click on “Start” option and continuously press on F8 during the start process until the “Windows Advanced Option” menu appears on the screen. Choose “Safe Mode with Networking” from the list.

Now, a windows homescreen appears on the desktop and work-station is now working on “Safe mode with networking”.

For Windows 8 Users: Go to the “Start Screen”. In the search results select settings, type “Advanced”. In the “General PC Settings” option, choose “Advanced startup” option. Again, click on the “Restart Now” option. The work-station boots to “Advanced Startup Option Menu”. Press on “Troubleshoot” and then “Advanced options” button.  In the “Advanced Option Screen”, press on “Startup Settings”. Again, click on “Restart” button. The work-station will now restart in to the “Startup Setting” screen. Next is to press F5 to boot in Safe Mode in Networking.

For Windows 10 Users: Press on Windows logo and on the “Power” icon. In the newly opened menu, choose “Restart” while continuously holding “Shift” button on the keyboard. In the new open “Choose an option” window, click on “Troubleshoot” and then on the “Advanced Options”. Select “Startup Settings” and press on “Restart”. In the next window, click on “F5” button on the key-board.

Step 2: Delete RunExeMemory ransomware using “System Restore”

Log-in to the account infected with RunExeMemory ransomware. Open the browser and download a legitimate anti-malware tool. Do a full System scanning. Remove all the malicious detected entries.

In case if you cannot start the PC in “Safe Mode with Networking”, Try using “System Restore”

• During the “Startup”, continuously press on F8 key until the “Advanced Option” menu appears. From the list, choose “Safe Mode with Command Prompt” and then press “Enter”

• In the new opened command prompt, enter “cd restore” and then press “Enter”.

• Type: rstrui.exe and Press “ENTER”

• Click “Next” on the new windows

• Choose any of the “Restore Points” and click on “Next”. (This step will restore the work-station to its earlier time and date prior to RunExeMemory ransomware infiltration in the PC.

• In the newly opened windows, press on “Yes”.

Once your PC gets restored to its previous date and time, download the recommended anti-malware tool and perform a deep scanning in order to remove RunExeMemory ransomware files if they left in the work-station.

In order to restore the each (separate) file by this ransomware, use “Windows Previous Version” feature. This method is effective when “System Restore Function” is enabled in the work-station.

Important Note: Some variants of RunExeMemory ransomware delete the “Shadow Volume Copies” as well hence this feature may not work all the time and is applicable for selective computers only.

How to Restore Individual Encrypted File:

In order to restore a single file, right click on it and go to “Properties”. Select “Previous Version” tab. Select a “Restore Point” and click on “Restore” option.

In order to access the files encrypted by RunExeMemory ransomware, you can also try using “Shadow Explorer”. In order to get more information on this application, press here.

Important: Data Encryption Ransomware are highly dangerous and it is always better that you take precautions to avoid its attack on your work-station. It is advised to use a powerful anti-malware tool in order to get protection in real-time. With this help of “SpyHunter”, “group policy objects” are implanted in the registries in order to block harmful infections like RunExeMemory ransomware.

Also, In Windows 10, you get a very unique feature called “Fall Creators Update” that offer “Controlled Folder Access” feature in order to block any kind of encryption to the files. With the help of this feature, any files stored in the locations such as “Documents”, “Pictures”, “Music”, “Videos”, “Favorites” and “Desktop” folders are safe by default.

It is very important that you install this “Windows 10 Fall Creators Update” in your PC to protect your important files and data from ransomware encryption. The more information on how to get this update and add an additional protection form rnasomware attack has been discussed here.

How to Recover the Files Encrypted by RunExeMemory ransomware?

Till now, you would have understood that what had happed to your personal files that got encrypted and how you can remove the scripts and payloads associated with RunExeMemory ransomware in order to protect your personal files that has not been damaged or encrypted until now. In order to retrieve the locked files, the depth information related to “System Restore” and “Shadow Volume Copies” has already been discussed earlier. However, in case if you are still unable to access the encrypted files then you can try using a data recovery tool.

Use of Data Recovery Tool

This step is for all those victims who have already tries all the above mentioned process but didn’t find any solution. Also it is important that you are able to access the PC and can install any software. The data recovery tool works on the basis of System scanning and recovery algorithm. It searches the System partitions in order to locate the original files which were deleted, corrupted or damaged by the malware. Remember that you must not re-install the Windows OS otherwise the “previous” copies will get deleted permanently. You have to clean the work-station at first and remove RunExeMemory ransomware infection. Leave the locked files as it is and follow the steps mentioned below.

Step1: Download the software in the work-station by clicking on the “Download” button below.

Step2: Execute the installer by clicking on downloaded files.

Step3: A license agreement page appears on the screen. Click on “Accept” to agree with its terms and use. Follow the on-screen instruction as mentioned and click on “Finish” button.

Step4: Once the installation gets completed, the program gets executed automatically. In the newly opened interface, select the file types that you want to recover and click on “Next”.

Step5: You can select the “Drives” on which you want the software to run and execute the recovery process. Next is to click on the “Scan” button.

Step6: Based on drive you select for scanning, the restore process begins. The whole process may take time depending on the volume of the selected drive and number of files. Once the process gets completed, a data explorer appears on the screen with preview of that data that is to be recovered. Select the files that you want to restore.

Step7. Next is to locate the location where you want to saver the recovered files.