How to remove BENTLEY ransomware and recover encrypted files
Tips to delete BENTLEY ransomware and restore data
BENTLEY ransomware is file-locking virus that prevents its victims from accessing their files by encrypting them and then displays a ransom note. In some cases, users can’t even access to the whole system. Another detail about the ransomware is that the malware also renames each of the encrypted file. It modifies the filenames of the encrypted data with .BENTLEY. For example, a file 1.jpg would appear something similar to 1.jpg.BENTLEY and so on. The ransomware drops BENTLEY-HELP.txt file as its ransom note. It belongs to Nemty ransomware family. Dnwls0719 is the discoverer of this threat.
The ransom note from BENTLEY ransomware informs the victims on how to contact the attackers behind it, purchase the decryption tool and some additional information. It states that the files have been encrypted and the downloaded to a remote server. It warns them that their files will be leaked/ published on a website if they do not contact the crooks via the provided Tor website or via provided email address. It also states that the attackers are the only people who have the right decryption tool. They offer free decryption service of 2 encrypted files before the payment is submitted.
In most of the cases with ransomware infection, the victims cannot access to their files unless they use the right decryption tool. Unfortunately, the crooks are the only people who have this tool. However, paying/ contacting these people are highly not recommended as they are not reliable- they often provide no decryption tool even if all their demands are met. In this case, you should remove BENTLEY ransomware and think of some reliable way to recover the files.
The malware removal is necessary in this case to remove further files encryption. You will find complete virus removal guide just below the post. However, the BENTLEY ransomware removal will not decrypt already encrypted files. For this, you can use the existing backup you have. Shadow Copies created by OS automatically are other data recovery alternatives for you. If the ransomware deleted the Shadow Copies by running Powershell commands, you have to use some data recovery tools.
How did BENTLEY ransomware infiltrate my system?
Crooks often distribute ransomware via mal-spam campaigns, fake software updaters, untrustworthy downloading channels, Trojans and unofficial software activation tools. In the first case, they attempt to trick users into installing malware by sending emails that contain infectious files or links for such files as attachments. Recipients infect their systems when they download and open the malicious file that they have received from the crooks. The examples of these files are Microsoft Office documents, Archive, JavaScript, executables and so on.
Fake software updaters cause system infection by exploiting bugs/ flaws of outdated software or by directly downloading malware instead of providing updates. Untrustworthy downloading channels such as p2p networks, free file hosting sites and third party downloaders/ installers spread malware by presenting it as legit software. Trojans are malicious malware especially designed to cause chain infection. Illegitimate activators spread malware by allegedly bypassing activation keys of paid software.
Full text presented on the ransom note designed by BENTLEY ransomware:
Two things have happened to your company.
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Gigabytes of archived files that we deemed valuable or sensitive were downloaded from your network to a secure location.
When you contact us we will tell you how much data was downloaded and can provide extensive proof of the data extraction.
You can analyze the type of the data we download on our websites.
If you do not contact us we will start leaking the data periodically in parts.
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We have also encrypted files on your computers with military grade algorithms.
If you don’t have extensive backups the only way to retrieve your data is with our software.
Restoration of your data with our software requires a private key which only we possess.
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To confirm that our decryption software works send 2 encrypted files from random computers to us via email.
You will receive further instructions after you send us the test files.
We will make sure you retrieve your data swiftly and securely and your data that we downloaded will be securely deleted when our demands are met.
If we do not come to an agreement your data will be leaked on this website.
Website: hxxp://corpleaks.net
TOR link: hxxp://hxt254aygrsziejn.onion
Contact us via email:
How to prevent ransomware infection?
It is strongly recommended not to open any email attachment or website links if received emails are not relevant and sent from suspicious, unknown address. All downloads must be done using official websites and direct links. Other sources can be used as tools to distribute malware. Further, third party, unofficial installers, updaters and activation tool should not be used as well. The OS and installed software should have to be updated or activated with implemented functions/ tools from official software developers. Other tools can be and often are bundled with malware. Moreover, it is against the law to activate licensed software with unofficial tools. It is also not legal to use cracked software as well.
Special Offer (For Windows)
BENTLEY ransomware can be creepy computer infection that may regain its presence again and again as it keeps its files hidden on computers. To accomplish a hassle free removal of this malware, we suggest you take a try with a powerful Spyhunter antimalware scanner to check if the program can help you getting rid of this virus.
Do make sure to read SpyHunter’s EULA, Threat Assessment Criteria, and Privacy Policy. Spyhunter free scanner downloaded just scans and detect present threats from computers and can remove them as well once, however it requires you to wiat for next 48 hours. If you intend to remove detected therats instantly, then you will have to buy its licenses version that will activate the software fully.
Data Recovery Offer
We Suggest you to choose your lately created backup files in order to restore your encrypted files, however in case if you don’t have any such backups, you can try a data recovery tool to check if you can restore your lost data.
Antimalware Details And User Guide
Step 1: Remove BENTLEY ransomware through “Safe Mode with Networking”
Step 2: Delete BENTLEY ransomware using “System Restore”
Step 1: Remove BENTLEY 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 BENTLEY ransomware using “System Restore”
Log-in to the account infected with BENTLEY ransomware. Open the browser and download a legitimate anti-malware tool. Do a full System scanning. Remove all the malicious detected entries.
Special Offer (For Windows)
BENTLEY ransomware can be creepy computer infection that may regain its presence again and again as it keeps its files hidden on computers. To accomplish a hassle free removal of this malware, we suggest you take a try with a powerful Spyhunter antimalware scanner to check if the program can help you getting rid of this virus.
Do make sure to read SpyHunter’s EULA, Threat Assessment Criteria, and Privacy Policy. Spyhunter free scanner downloaded just scans and detect present threats from computers and can remove them as well once, however it requires you to wiat for next 48 hours. If you intend to remove detected therats instantly, then you will have to buy its licenses version that will activate the software fully.
Data Recovery Offer
We Suggest you to choose your lately created backup files in order to restore your encrypted files, however in case if you don’t have any such backups, you can try a data recovery tool to check if you can restore your lost data.
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 BENTLEY 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 BENTLEY 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 BENTLEY 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 BENTLEY 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 BENTLEY 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 BENTLEY 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 BENTLEY 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 BENTLEY 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.
Special Offer (For Windows)
BENTLEY ransomware can be creepy computer infection that may regain its presence again and again as it keeps its files hidden on computers. To accomplish a hassle free removal of this malware, we suggest you take a try with a powerful Spyhunter antimalware scanner to check if the program can help you getting rid of this virus.
Do make sure to read SpyHunter’s EULA, Threat Assessment Criteria, and Privacy Policy. Spyhunter free scanner downloaded just scans and detect present threats from computers and can remove them as well once, however it requires you to wiat for next 48 hours. If you intend to remove detected therats instantly, then you will have to buy its licenses version that will activate the software fully.
Data Recovery Offer
We Suggest you to choose your lately created backup files in order to restore your encrypted files, however in case if you don’t have any such backups, you can try a data recovery tool to check if you can restore your lost data.
