How to remove NIGGERWARE ransomware and recover encrypted files

Easy stepwise guide to delete NIGGERWARE ransomware and restore the data

Xiaopao discovered NIGGERWARE ransomware is a cryptovirus – a type of malware designed to encrypt stored files, rename then and then put ransom demands for the decryption tool/ software. This particular does the same. However, it does not change the filenames of the encrypted files. The ransom payment message or the note which the suggestion to contact/ pay to the crooks who alleged provide the decryption tool is shown in a pop-up window that appears right after the installation.

As written in ransom note, victims cannot decrypt the files without using a particular decryption tool that can be purchased from the crooks behind NIGGERWARE ransomware. For this, they are instructed to establish connection to these people via email address – [email protected]. Additionally, the pop-up window message warns the victims not to turn off the computer, uninstall the ransomware, use Task Manager, open encrypted files or try to decrypt them using third party tools. The pop-up page contains a schedule timer that counts down from 24 hours likely to make people think that they have the limited time – it may be that after the time elapsed the crooks delete the decryption tool from the server they store or increase the ransom fee. Here is the full text message written in the pop-up shown by NIGGERWARE ransomware:

NIGGERWARE

Ooops… All your Important files have been encrypted!!!

A key is required for decryption, which you can purchase via this contact email “[email protected]

RULES

1. Do not turn off the computer
2. Don’t try to kill ransomware
3. Do not turn on Task Manager
4. Don’t try to break your password without paying
5. Do not try to open encrypted files

Why were you targeted?

Our systems detected that you are Black or a Jew

Unfortunately, this is true that the files decryption requires a unique key/code. It is also true that this is only the crooks that have idea about that key through which they locked up the files. The problem that the people who trust them and follow their ransom demands are likely to get scammed – the crooks are not going to provide the decryption tool. In many cases, victims who pay suffer financial loss and have all their files remain in the encrypted form. Better if you remove NIGGERWARE ransomware and look for some alternatives for the files recovery. The malware removal ensures there will be no further encryptions. However, this process will not decrypt already encrypted files. For the data recovery, you have to rely on backups you have or check if Shadow Copies are in working condition or not. You can use some data recovery tools for the data recovery.

Threat Summary

Name: NIGGERWARE ransomware

Threat Type: Ransomware

Symptoms: Cannot open the files stored on the device, previous functional files now have a different extension. A ransom demand message is displayed on the desktop. Cyber criminals demand payment of a ransom to for unlocking the files

Additional information: This malware is designed to show a fake Windows Update Window and modify the Windows hosts file in order to prevent users from accessing security websites online

Distribution methods: Infected email attachments (macros), torrent websites, malicious ads, unofficial activation and updating tools

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

Malware removal: Use some reputable antivirus tool or follow manual malware removal guide provided below the post to remove NIGGERWARE ransomware from the device

Files recovery: Existing backup is the safe and secure option to get the files back in the original accessible condition. Other data recovery options include Volume Shadow Copy or data recovery tools -check the data removal section below the post for the step by step guide for performing them

How did NIGGERWARE ransomware intrude in?

It is common that ransomware and other malicious malware are distributed through Trojans, Scam campaigns, fake software updaters, unofficial activation tools and untrustworthy downloading channels. Trojans are malicious malware that are especially designed to distribute other malicious malware. Scam campaigns are used to send spam emails with infectious files or links for such files embedded as attachments. The letters encourage people to open such attachments, if done- they run malicious scripts for downloading executable for ransomware or other malicious malware. Fake software updaters exploit bugs/ flaws of outdated software or directly download malware instead of providing updates. Unofficial activation tools infect systems by supposedly bypassing activation keys for paid software. Untrustworthy downloading channels spread malware by presenting it as legit software. Examples of such channels include unofficial or free file hosting sites, third party downloaders/ installers and free file hosting sites.

How to prevent ransomware infection?

Always prefer official websites and direct links for any software download. All aforementioned sources in the previous paragraph are untrustworthy and should be stayed away from. Installed applications should be updated with official software developers’ tools/ functions. It is not legal to use any third party updaters/ activators for software update/ activation. Also, they often cause malware download/ installation, if used. Do not open any emails whose senders’ addresses seem suspicious. Attachments or website links presented are the ones that mainly cause system infection through spam emails. So, keep this is mind when you receive any emails and about to open any provided attachment file/website link. And lastly, have a reputable antivirus tool that provides adequate PC protection by keeping the installed apps and OS updated and removing any deleted malware.

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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

Step 2: Delete NIGGERWARE ransomware using “System Restore”

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

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