How to remove Spydr Ransomware and recover files

Complete guide to delete Spydr Ransomware and decrypt data

Spydr Ransomware is ransomware-type infection from Babuk ransomware group. The malware is designed to encrypt stored files and then demand ransom payment for the decryption. During the encryption process, it appends the filenames of each of the encrypted files with .spydr extension.

For example, it renames a file 1.jpg to 1.jpg.spydr, 2.jpg to 2.jpg.spydr, 3.jpg to 3.jpg.spydr and so on. Once after the files encryption process is complete, Spydr Ransomware creates RESTORE FILES.txt  text file and drops it on each folder containing the encrypted files.

This .txt file states the victims about the situation. It informs the victims that their files have been encrypted using some strong cipher algorithm, making it mandate for them to use a unique decryption tool for the files recovery and that the attackers are the only people  have the right tool.

The victims are asked to contact these people via the provided email address to get the instruction on how to purchase the decryption tool. Additionally, the ransom note states that they can get the tool in cheaper price if they contact the crooks within two days of the system attack.

It is true that the files decryption require such a unique decryption tool that the crooks only have. But, at the same time, it can’t be denied that these people are not reliable. They will never provide you the decryption tool even if you fulfill all their demands.

If you pay, you will suffer financial loss only and your files remain encrypted. So, it is better if you think of some alternatives for the files recovery. Existing backups are the examples, although not all people have the backups of all affected files.

In such a case even you should not worry as there is still a hope of the files recovery. You can check the system for shadow copies – the automatically created backups from windows OS. Sometimes, in ransomware infection cases, this option is left untouched.

Below the post, you will find complete guide how to recover the files using Shadow Copies. If this option also does not work, take a quick check if any third party tools that claim to recover all damaged, deleted, altered or virus infected data. Below the post, there is one such tools recommendation for you.

But, before attempting to recover the files using any possible alternatives you wish to go with, you should first ensure the virus is no longer running on the system. With the data recovery section below, we included the automatic as well as manual tips to delete Spydr Ransomware from system.

How did Spydr Ransomware infiltrate in?

Ransomware are often distributed through Trojans, emails, unreliable sources for downloading files, fake software updaters and software cracking tools. Trojans are malicious malware that are designed to infect systems with additional malware.

Emails used to deliver malware contain infectious files or links for such files in them. Recipients are tricked into opening such files that lead the virus infection. Unreliable sources for downloading can be used to distribute malicious files too. They cause infection in the similar way.

Fake updaters supposedly claim to provide a fix for outdated software, but instead, they cause direct malware download or exploit bugs/ flaws of the outdated software. Software cracking tools infect systems by allegedly bypassing activation keys of paid software.

Text presented in Spydr Ransomware‘s text file (“RESTORE FILES.txt”):

Little FAQ:

.1.

Q: Whats Happen?

A: Your files have been encrypted and now have the “spydr” extension. The file structure was not damaged, we did everything possible so that this could not happen.

.2.

Q: How to recover files?

A: If you wish to decrypt your files you will need to pay in bitcoins.

.3.

Q: What about guarantees?

A: To check the ability of returning files, you can send to us any 2 files with SIMPLE extensions(jpg,xls,doc, etc… not databases!) and low sizes(max 1 mb), we will decrypt them and send back to you. That is our guarantee.

.4.

Q: How to contact with you?

A: You can write me to: [email protected] or [email protected]

.5.

Q: How will the decryption process proceed after payment?

A: After payment i will send exe file that is the decryptor, you need just to run it. It universal, just one file for all systems.

.6.

Q: If I donít want to pay bad people like you?

A: If you will not cooperate with our service – for us, its does not matter. But you will lose your time and data, cause only we have the private key. In practice – time is much more valuable than money.

.7.

Q: Discount?

A: Discount is made only if you contacted us in 2 days after encryption!

If you will try to use any third party software for restoring your data or antivirus solutions – please make a backup for all encrypted files!

Any changes in encrypted files may entail damage of the private key and, as result, the loss all data

YOUR ID IS -!

How to prevent ransomware infection?

Installed programs should have to be updated and activated using tools/ functions from official software developers. Files and programs should have to be downloaded from official websites and direct links. Installed apps should have to be updated form legit software developers’ tools/ functions.

Computers should be scanned for threats on regular basis. Users are advised to do that using some reputable antivirus tool by keeping it virus detection database updated. If the system is already infected, we recommend you use some reputable antivirus tool to remove it automatically.

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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

Step 2: Delete Spydr Ransomware using “System Restore”

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

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