How To Remove .ncov file virus And Recover Infected data

Simple Steps To Delete .ncov file virus From Computer

.ncov file virus is a highly destructive crypto-malware which encrypts users’ essential files and data and keeps the hostage until the victims pay the attackers an amount of ransom to unlock it. Coming from the family of Crysis/Dharma ransomware, it uses a very strong cryptography to lock your vital data and makes them completely unusable. Whenever you notice “.ncov” extension added to your files in your computer, then it’s a clear indication that your system is infected with this hazardous file-encoding threat. After that, you will not be able to open any of such files without using the decryption software that is kept on attackers’ server and you will have to pay them a sum of ransom to unlock it.

Following successful encryption, .ncov file virus leaves a ransom note on the desktop and starts blackmailing you for the money. This pernicious malware clearly states that the only way to regain access to the locked files is by using decryption software and to get this, you must pay the demanded ransom to the criminals. This hazardous crypto-virus is able to compromise almost all types of files including videos, audios, images, PDFs, documents, presentations etc. and make them totally useless.

Should You Pay The Ransom?

Although, it’s true that data locked by .ncov file virus can’t be accessed without using the decryption tool due to which, many victimized users agree to deal with the hackers in such perilous situation. However, they generally end up with losing both files as well as money. It has been seen that such types of criminals often ignore the victims once the payment is made or provide rogue software to them in the name of decryptor tool which upon getting installed, causes severe threats onto the device with its malicious activities. And thus, never trust on the hackers under any circumstance and try to delete .ncov file virus from the PC as soon as possible. To restore the compromised files, use a reliable data-recovery application or a backup made on any external drive.

How Does This Parasite Enter Your System?

Cyber criminals are using a number of illusive tactics to spread such crypto-viruses such as- spam email campaigns, fake or illegal downloads, malevertising and so on. Sometimes, you receive emails from unknown sender that look eye-catching and you might be trapped into opening it. However, such mails include malicious attachments in forms of Ms Office documents, archive files, PDF files etc. The moment you open the mail and click on the attachment, it gets loaded and leads to the malware infiltration. Additionally, you can also get this ransomware in your computer due to clicking on malicious contents while surfing the web, having trojan inside the compromised system and so on.

Tips To Prevent Ransomware Attack:

To prevent your device from being attacked by .ncov file virus or other similar file-encoding viruses, it is necessary to be very cautious while browsing the net. Never open emails coming from unknown senders as you never know what they are containing. Moreover, avoid reading emails that fall into “Spam” section. Sending trojans and viruses through email is one of the most popular methods to spread hazardous computer infections. Avoid clicking on suspicious content that you see over the web. Whenever you see a doubtful ads or banners that claims you are the lucky visitor or that you have won prize, ignore them. At the end, use a reliable anti-malware application and scan complete system through it in order to find and remove Trojan if there is any.

Quick Glance

Name- .ncov file virus

Type- Ransomware, Crypto-virus

Description- Deadly malware which tends to encrypt users’ essential files and then ask them to pay off for the decryption key.

Extension- “.ncov”

Symptoms- All of your important files and data are locked and can’t be opened without using a private key.

Distribution-Spam email campaigns, Executable files etc.

Damage- Causes permanent data loss and can also drop other pernicious infections onto the compromised device.

Removal- Manual and automatic guidelines as provided under this article

Other Malevolent Traits of .ncov file virus:

.ncov file virus disables the working of all the running security measures and Windows Firewalls and opens backdoors for more notorious threats. It may easily bring other Online infections such as adware, rootkits, worms, spyware, trojans etc. in your computer and turn the PC into a malware-hub. Initially, after getting installed, it makes vicious entries in Windows registries and alters its default settings which allows the parasite to get automatically activated with each Window reboot. It messes with important system files that are essential for smooth computer processing and prevents many installed apps as well as drivers from working normally. And therefore, you must delete .ncov file virus from the machine as soon as possible.

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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Step 1: Remove .ncov file virus through “Safe Mode with Networking”

Step 2: Delete .ncov file virus using “System Restore”

Step 1: Remove .ncov file virus 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 .ncov file virus using “System Restore”

Log-in to the account infected with .ncov file virus. 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 .ncov file virus 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 .ncov file virus 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 .ncov file virus 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 .ncov file virus, 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 .ncov file virus.

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 .ncov file virus?

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 .ncov file virus 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 .ncov file virus 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.