How to remove Mado ransomware

Tips for Mado ransomware removal

Mado ransomware is a huge risk Ransomware infection from Djvu/Stop Ransomware family. It operates by encrypting stored files and demanding ransom payment for the decryption or decryption software/tool. During encryption, it appends the filename of the encrypted files with .Mado extension. For example, a file 1.jpg becomes 1.jpg.Mado after the encryption. Following to this, the Ransomware creates a text file named _readme.txt and drops it on each folder containing encrypted files.

The created file states that the files stored have been encrypted and that the only possible option for the data recovery is to use the decryption tool that the crooks behind Mado ransomware have. To get the tools, the users are asked to establish a contact to them via the provided email addresses – [email protected] and [email protected]. As per the note, the users can attach 1 encrypted file with the letter if they want a proof that the decryption tool is really working. However, there is certain limitation on the file that they attached should not contain any valuable information and must not more than 1 MB in size.

The note also says, the users contact them within 3 days can get the 50% discount on the decryption price. The decryption tool costs $980 will become $490 for them. There is total 7 days provided for the users for the contact. At the end, the note states, if the users rename the filenames or use any third party tools, they will lose their files for permanently. Contacting/paying to the crooks is not recommended as there is a major risk of getting scammed. Victims’ report says, these evil people disappear leaving the victims without their files even if they fulfil all their demands. For this reason, use should use some data recovery alternatives and must not go with the ransom payment demands.

The safest option is to remove Mado ransomware to stay the device away from the infection of the virus and then think of data recovery using various methods such as existing backups, Volume Shadow Copy and data recovery tools. The virus removal is necessary to prevent further files encryption, to avoid possible other risks caused due to the infection and its long processing inside and to perform the files recovery process without the interference of the threat. For the Mado ransomware removal, we recommend you use some reputable antivirus tool or follow below mentioned manual malware removal guide.

After the virus removal process is done, consider about the files recovery. If you have existing backup, you will have no problem in the files recovery. Use the backup and restore the files. However, not all users have such backup files. If you are one of them, you have the option of Volume Shadow Copy created by the OS for the short time. As many ransomware delete this backup by running PowerShell command, you might lose this recovery option even due to the impact of the threat- you can check whether the Volume Shadow Copy available for you or not using the instruction provided on the data recovery section. If the shadow copy is not found, the only option left to you is the data recovery tool. Now days, the data decryption tools are designed with special functionally added and so you can anticipate of the data recovery using them. The link for the download for one of such tools is provided for you –check below the post.

Text presented in Mado ransomware’s text file (“_readme.txt”):

ATTENTION!

Don’t worry, you can return all your files!

All your files like photos, databases, documents and other important are encrypted with strongest encryption and unique key.

The only method of recovering files is to purchase decrypt tool and unique key for you.

This software will decrypt all your encrypted files.

What guarantees you have?

You can send one of your encrypted file from your PC and we decrypt it for free.

But we can decrypt only 1 file for free. File must not contain valuable information.

You can get and look video overview decrypt tool:

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Price of private key and decrypt software is $980.

Discount 50% available if you contact us first 72 hours, that’s price for you is $490.

Please note that you’ll never restore your data without payment.

Check your e-mail “Spam” or “Junk” folder if you don’t get answer more than 6 hours.

To get this software you need write on our e-mail:

[email protected]

Reserve e-mail address to contact us:

[email protected]

Your personal ID:

0213Asd4a7d6ZHwhSWv4UBPdta8bPx4MWySjbd1cTioHb6WL3Bt1

Various methods for malware distribution

Ransomware and other malware mainly spread via spam campaigns, software “cracking” (activation) tools, illegitimate updates and untrustworthy download sources and Trojans.

• Spam campaigns – these are used to send thousands of deceptive/scam emails with infectious files attached to them, if opened- the users end up to the malware installation at the end.
• “Cracking” tools –these tools, instead of providing activation software download/install malicious software
• Fake updaters- the updating tools cause infection to the systems by exploiting weaknesses of outdated products and/or by simply installing malware instead of the promised updates.
• Untrustworthy downloading channels – such as unofficial and free file-hosting sites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks and other third party downloaders spread malware by presenting it as legit software.
• Trojans -are malicious programs, capable of causing chain infections (i.e. download/installation of additional malware).

It is recommended avoid opening any suspicious and/or irrelevant emails, especially ones received from unknown/suspect senders. All attachments present in dubious letters – must never be opened. Only official and verified download channels should be used for any software download. Updating software and its activation should always be done with tools/functions provided by genuine developers.  For betterment, employ some antivirus tool that provides adequate protection to the device.

Threat Summary

Type: Ransomware

Family: DjVU/STOP

Ransom note: _readm.txt

Extension use: .Mado

Symptoms: Files cannot be opened, the previously functional files appear with different extension name and a ransom note appear asking for ransom payment demands for the data decryption

Distribution: Spam emails, software cracks and updating tools

Removal: Use some reputable antivirus tool to automatically remove Mado ransomware from the system

Files recovery: Use existing backup for the data restoration. If you do not have such tools, use data recovery tool provided below the post. Such tools are designed nowadays with special functionality added and so you can anticipate of the data recovery using such.

Remove Mado ransomware

Manual malware removal guide is provided below in step by step manner. Follow it so that you will not find any trouble during removal process. You can use some reputable antivirus tool to automatically remove Mado ransomware from the device.

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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

Step 2: Delete Mado ransomware using “System Restore”

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

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