How to remove Wuxia Ransomware [+ Restore Files]

Step by step process to delete Wuxia Ransomware

Wuxia Ransomware is a type of malware designed to encrypts and renames files and provides a ransom note. The main purpose of this malware is to keep files unusable until a ransom is paid. It uses a strong encryption algorithm to lock all the data on an infected PC. After encryption, this nasty virus modifies files by appending victim’s ID, cyber criminal’s email address and the “.wuxia” extension to all the filenames.

This is why it is also known as Wuxia virus and also belongs to the VoidCrypt ransomware family. Once this process is completed, this ransomware generates two ransom notes named Decryption-Guide.txt and Decryption-Guide.hta and placed onto the victim’s desktop. Creators of this threat advise users to purchase a decryption tool and RSA key. They say that it is the only way to recover all encrypted files.

Furthermore, users are advised to get instructions on how to purchase these tools, they have to send the “KEY-SE-24r6t523” or similar file from the C:/ProgramData folder to the provided email address. Also, victims are warned not to rename files or try to decrypt them a third party tool or software otherwise it may cause irreversible damage to files. Unfortunately, there is no free decryptor available right now that recover your files for free.

However, you might think that to get back file paying money is the best option. But in reality it is not because it is very much possible that you will get scammed. Many ransomware victims reported that they did not get the key even after paying the extortion money. So, you cannot trust on the cyber criminals. They will surely try to attack your PC again for making more profit.

How can Wuxia files be decrypted?

As already mentioned that there is no any free decryptor available for now. So, the best way to recover data is to restore it from the backup if you have kept a backup copy of all your files. Before using it, you need to remove this virus immediately from the system to prevent this malware from encrypting your files further. In case, if you don’t have a backup, then you can use third-party data recovery software to restore files.

How does Wuxia Ransomware spread?

Ransomware is distributed using fake updater’s, software cracking tools, Trojans, questionable download sources, spam emails and many more. Among all, spam emails are one of the most used methods to target innocent victims. Emails carrying malicious attachments and links are used to deliver malware. The main aim of cyber crooks behind this emails is to trick recipients into opening malicious files and once done leads into the installation of malicious programs.

Thus, users are advised not to open emails that carries some attachments. Do not click on links without verifying the senders and always scan attached files before opening. Additionally, update all installed software with tools provided by their official developers. It is recommended to download software and files only from official sources and via direct links.

Text in “Decryption-Guide.hta” and “Decryption-Guide.txt” files:

Your Files Are Has Been Locked
Your Files Has Been Encrypted with cryptography Algorithm
If You Need Your Files And They are Important to You, Dont be shy Send Me an Email
Send Test File + The Key File on Your System (File Exist in C:/ProgramData example : KEY-SE-24r6t523 or RSAKEY.KEY) to Make Sure Your Files Can be Restored
Make an Agreement on Price with me and Pay
Get Decryption Tool + RSA Key AND Instruction For Decryption Process

Attention:
1- Do Not Rename or Modify The Files (You May loose That file)
2- Do Not Try To Use 3rd Party Apps or Recovery Tools ( if You want to do that make an copy from Files and try on them and Waste Your time )
3-Do not Reinstall Operation System(Windows) You may loose the key File and Loose Your Files
4-Do Not Always Trust to Middle mans and negotiators (some of them are good but some of them agree on 4000usd for example and Asked 10000usd From Client) this Was happened

Your Case ID : –
Our Email:[email protected]

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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Step 1: Remove Wuxia Ransomware through “Safe Mode with Networking”

Step 2: Delete Wuxia Ransomware using “System Restore”

Step 1: Remove Wuxia 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 Wuxia Ransomware using “System Restore”

Log-in to the account infected with Wuxia 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 Wuxia 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 Wuxia 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 Wuxia 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 Wuxia 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 Wuxia 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 Wuxia 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 Wuxia 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 Wuxia 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.