How to remove 1aevj ransomware and recover files

Complete tips to delete 1aevj ransomware and decrypt files

1aevj ransomware is a rogue piece of software classified as ransomware. It operates by encrypting stored file and then demanding ransom payment for the decryption. The encrypted files with this ransomware are appended with a random character string and a .1aevj extension.

For example, a file initially titled 1.jpg would appear something similar to “1.jpg.xwFSAKwoCVEDrbRPZ7D5SShrrRjeCqEShkKgyxRguyH_H1_W8-DDZyw0.1aevj”, etc. Once after the files encryption, a ransom note- “Ko7n_HOW_TO_DECRYPT.txt”is created and dropped onto the desktop.

The ransom note informs that all files have been encrypted and personal and sensitive data are ex-filtrated. To restore the files and prevent the data being stolen, they are asked to pay ransom to the crooks behind the infection. The message also contains various warnings.

In most of the cases with ransomware infection, without the involvement of the crooks behind the infection –the decryption is not possible. It might be when the ransomware is at its initial stage or has certain bugs/ flaws in them.

Despite that, paying, contacting the crooks is highly not recommended as the crooks often do not provide the decryption tool even if all their demands are met. Removing 1aevj ransomware from the OS will also not decrypt the files encrypted.

However, the ransomware removal is necessary to prevent further files encryption and avoid malware spread on the network. For the data restoration, you have to think of other alternatives. This could be existing backups, Shadow Copies or data recovery tools belong to third party.

Before attempting to recover the files using stated alternatives, make sure the virus is no longer installed on the system or otherwise – it will interfere and will delete any option for the files recovery. Complete 1aevj ransomware removal tips and data recovery instructions are provided just below the post.

How did 1aevj ransomware enter my system?

Malware can be distributed via dubious downloading channels such as p2p networks, unofficial and freeware sites and etc. Illegal activation tools and fake software updaters are the perfect examples of malware-proliferating content.

Cracking tools can cause infections instead of activating licensed programs. Fake software updaters infect systems by exploiting bugs/ flaws of outdated software and/or by installing malicious programs instead of the promised updates.

Malware can also be distributed through spam email campaigns. These emails can have infectious files attached to or linked inside them. These files can be archives, executables, and PDF and Microsoft Office documents, JavaScript and so on, if opened- the malware download/ installation is triggered.

Text presented in 1aevj ransomware‘s text file (“Ko7n_HOW_TO_DECRYPT.txt”):

Your network has been breached and all data were encrypted.

Personal data, financial reports and important documents are ready to disclose.

To decrypt all the data and to prevent exfiltrated files to be disclosed at

hxxp://hiveleakdbtnp76ulyhi52eag6c6tyc3xw7ez7iqy6wc34gd2nekazyd.onion/

you will need to purchase our decryption software.

Please contact our sales department at:

   hxxp://hivecust6vhekztbqgdnkks64ucehqacge3dij3gyrrpdp57zoq3ooqd.onion/

      Login:    –

      Password: –

To get an access to .onion websites download and install Tor Browser at:

   hxxps://www.torproject.org/ (Tor Browser is not related to us)

Follow the guidelines below to avoid losing your data:

 – Do not modify, rename or delete *.key.1aevj files. Your data will be

   undecryptable.

 – Do not modify or rename encrypted files. You will lose them.

 – Do not report to the Police, FBI, etc. They don’t care about your business.

   They simply won’t allow you to pay. As a result you will lose everything.

 – Do not hire a recovery company. They can’t decrypt without the key.

   They also don’t care about your business. They believe that they are

   good negotiators, but it is not. They usually fail. So speak for yourself.

 – Do not reject to purchase. Exfiltrated files will be publicly disclosed.

How to prevent ransomware infection?

It is recommended to download only from official websites and direct links. Furthermore, all programs should have to be activated and updated using tools/ functions from legit developers. Suspicious and irrelevant emails should never be opened, especially any attachments and website links in them.

It is paramount to have a reputable antivirus tool installed and kept updated. Also, use this software for regular system scan and to remove any detected threats/ issues. If the system is already infected with 1aevj ransomware, we recommend you use such AV tools to perform its automatic removal.

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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

Step 2: Delete 1aevj ransomware using “System Restore”

Step 1: Remove 1aevj 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 1aevj ransomware using “System Restore”

Log-in to the account infected with 1aevj 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 1aevj 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 1aevj 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 1aevj 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 1aevj 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 1aevj 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 1aevj 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 1aevj 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 1aevj 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.