Remove Txt (JobCrypter) ransomware & Retrieve Files

Easy steps to delete Txt (JobCrypter) ransomware

Txt (JobCrypter) ransomware is malicious software that is identified as a ransomware. It is mainly designed to lock down the target PC and encrypt all stored files. It was discovered by Raby. The main aim behind it is to extort huge ransom money by phishing innocent users. This file virus has the ability to locks down all types of file including words, documents, pictures and so on. It also renames all the files by adding “.txt” extension at the suffix to every encrypted file. While victims try to open ant file then it demands ransom money by sending scary ransom note on the desktop.

Text presented in Txt (JobCrypter) ransomware’s pop-up window:

*******you can’t open files???****
Do not be afraid, you can recover all your files please follow the following steps
*** Step 1 Download Tor Browser ***

Here is the link to download Tor Browser: hxxps: //www.torproject.org/en/download/languages/

 

Here is the link How to install TOR Browser on Windows: hxxps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehQcx_6DsTw

*******Step 2 accessing our site*****

Open this site In the Tor browser : hxxp://diehard4uty2z5cs.onion/    

 

(Important)
This site only works with the Tor browser                                

 

***** What guarantees you have?****
You can send one of your encrypted file from your PC and we decrypt it for 5 dollar
But we can decrypt only 1 file for 5 dollar File must not contain valuable information.

 

Your personal ID: –

 

You have 7 days To buy your key from this date:
If you exceed the deadline will increase by 100 dollar per day, we therefore advise you to respect the deadlines mentioned above.

 

Thank you.
cordially Die Hard 4

Ransom note contains ransom demanding message which informs users about the encryption files and about how to pay ransom to decrypt all encrypted files. This message states that users data and files have been encrypted with strong encryption algorithm. Therefore, accessing even single file is impossible without decryption key. The cost of key is 5 USD. Users are also warned to pay money in order to purchase decryption key within 7 days otherwise the ransom will increase by 100 USD per consecutive days. The created website inform user to pay money in Bitcoin cryptocurrency.

They also provide valid email address so that victim can get decryption key once payment is submitted. After making complete payment, the key will be sent within half an hour. Therefore, users are strongly recommended not to pay money to hacker because there is no any proof that it will return all kind of encrypted files. So, in such case, you have to remove Txt (JobCrypter) ransomware soon from the computer to avoid further encryptions and then recover your files using existing backups or other data recovery software.

Distribution methods of Txt (JobCrypter) ransomware:

The main reason behind infiltration of ransomware and other dubious malware are using infected removal devices, spam emails campaigns, peer to peer file sharing networks, bundles of free software programs and many more. So, you must be very attentive while downloading/installing any unwanted software as well as browsing internet. Always stay from these vicious sources to keep your system harmless and secured and try to remove Txt (JobCrypter) ransomware instantly from the machine to avoid further malware attack.

How to prevent ransomware infections?

To avoid PC infecting with malware, you are highly advised not to open irrelevant emails especially any malicious attachments or links present inside them. Opening such type of files causes high risk malware as well as computer infection. It is recommended to use only official and trustworthy websites for any software download. Additionally, all installed software must be updated using tools provided by genuine software developers. Third party installer and cracking tools should not be used as they are commonly used to proliferate malicious programs. Moreover, to keep system safe and secure from further ransomware attack, you are advised to remove Txt (JobCrypter) ransomware as soon as possible.

Threat summary

Name: Txt (JobCrypter) ransomware

Type: Ransomware, Crypto Virus, Files locker

Symptoms: The infected files become inaccessible. An unusual extension is added in the file and a ransom note appears on the screen every now and then

Distribution methods: Infected email attachments (macros), torrent websites, malicious ads, p2p file sharing, bundles of free programs, .

Encrypted Files Extension: .txt

Ransom Demanding Message: Text inserted into compromised files

Damage: All files are encrypted and cannot be opened without paying a ransom. Additional password-stealing Trojans and malware infections can be installed together with a ransomware infection.

Removal and file Decryption: In order to clean the PC, it is advised to scan the computer with powerful anti-malware tool. Once malware is removed, the other files stored in the computer hard disk are safe. Now, you can take step to retrieve the files but unfortunately most of us don’t have the backup data. In such situation, use data recovery tool.

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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Step 1: Remove Txt (JobCrypter) ransomware through “Safe Mode with Networking”

Step 2: Delete Txt (JobCrypter) ransomware using “System Restore”

Step 1: Remove Txt (JobCrypter) 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 Txt (JobCrypter) ransomware using “System Restore”

Log-in to the account infected with Txt (JobCrypter) 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 Txt (JobCrypter) 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 Txt (JobCrypter) 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 Txt (JobCrypter) 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 Txt (JobCrypter) 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 Txt (JobCrypter) 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 Txt (JobCrypter) 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 Txt (JobCrypter) 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 Txt (JobCrypter) 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.