How To Remove [[email protected]].DLL ransomware (+ Decrypt Encrypted Files)

Know How To Recover Files from [[email protected]].DLL ransomware

[[email protected]].DLL ransomware is a highly dangerous Computer infection that belonging to the Ransomware family. It was discovered and distributed by the team of cyber hacker with the sole motive to extort huge ransom by phishing innocent users. It silently get enters into the targeted system without any user’s knowledge. Once installed, it instantly takes control over the targeted System and start to deeply scan entire hard disk in lock all the files on the victim’s System.  It is able to easily encrypt all the personal and System files including word, documents, text, and images and so on. Like as other Ransomware it uses the powerful encryption algorithm AES and RSA to encrypt all files. After that it will also add its own “[[email protected]].DLL” extension on the desktop screen. After successfully encrypted all files it will also leave “info.hta” pop-up window   and ransom note “info.txt” text file on the desktop screen.

Both “info.hta” pop-up window and “info.txt” text file inform victim about their encrypted files and demands ransom money for decrypt them. These ransom note states that their all encrypted files have been encrypted by the powerful encryption algorithm therefore accessing even single file is impossible. The only method to recover encrypted files and data is to purchase a unique decryption tool from the cyber-criminal or its developer. In order to know how to purchase a unique decryption tool victim have to established contact with the developer via the write an email. The email address of the developer is mentioned on the ransom note. They also offer up-to 5 files for free decryption which does not contain any valuable information like as data base, documents, text, large excel sheet and so on.  The size of the file must less than 1 MB.  At the end of the ransom note they warned if victim will attempt to restore data from third party recovery Software then their data will delete permanently.

This is the ransom note that the [[email protected]].DLL ransomware will show to its victims:

info.hta:

All your files have been encrypted!

All your files have been encrypted due to a security problem with your PC. If you want to restore them, write us to the e-mail [email protected]

Write this ID in the title of your message

In case of no answer in 24 hours write us to this e-mail:[email protected]

You have to pay for decryption in Bitcoins. The price depends on how fast you write to us. After payment we will send you the tool that will decrypt all your files.

Free decryption as guarantee

Before paying you can send us up to 5 files for free decryption. The total size of files must be less than 4Mb (non archived), and files should not contain valuable information. (databases,backups, large excel sheets, etc.)

How to obtain Bitcoins

The easiest way to buy bitcoins is LocalBitcoins site. You have to register, click ‘Buy bitcoins’, and select the seller by payment method and price.

https://localbitcoins.com/buy_bitcoins

Also you can find other places to buy Bitcoins and beginners guide here:

http://www.coindesk.com/information/how-can-i-buy-bitcoins/

Attention!

Do not rename encrypted files.

Do not try to decrypt your data using third party software, it may cause permanent data loss.

Decryption of your files with the help of third parties may cause increased price (they add their fee to our) or you can become a victim of a scam.

Should Victim Pay Ransom Money:

We are highly advice don’t think to pay ransom money to the hacker, because there is no any proof they will send the decryption key just after received ransom money. In most of the cases they do not send the decryption tool. So there are highly chance victim can losses their files and money as well. During the sending money they can hike your bank account number or password as well as credit card. In order to prevent the files from further encryption victim are highly advice to remove [[email protected]].DLL ransomware without any delay at the first detection. After that victim can restore data and file by the using backup, volume shadow copy and third party recovery Software.

How did [[email protected]].DLL ransomware gets installed into the System:

[[email protected]].DLL ransomware gets installed in to the System via various intrusive methods like as spam email campaign, downloading unwanted program, Fake updates, and other tricky ways. Spam email is a deceptive or scam email campaign which contains various kind of malicious files like as MS word, Documents, EXE, Archive, Java Script etc. such types of file seems so legit and useful as well as comes into the system from reputable organisation or companies. Opening such types of files cause the infiltration of lots of infections. Most of the users Downloading freeware and shareware program from third party webpage. They also skip custom or advance options as well as other similar settings. Thus this behaviour causes the infiltration of lots of infections. Updating system software from irrelevant sources cause lots of infections.

How To Prevent the system from [[email protected]].DLL ransomware:

We are highly advice ignore the attachments of spam email which comes through unknown sources. Don’t try to open any files without knowing the sender name and address. Users also must be check the grammatical error and spelling mistakes before opening them. Users must ignore the downloading and installing freeware program from third party webpage. Read the installation guide carefully till the end. Don’t skip to select custom or advance options as well as other similar setting. Always update the System software from relevant sources and be pay attentive while clicking on malicious and suspicious links and performing other annoying activities. In order to keep the System safe and secure from more issues we are highly suggested to scan the system with reputable antimalware tool.

Threat Summary:

Name:  [[email protected]].DLL ransomware

 Type:    Ransomware, Cryptovirus

 Extension:          “[[email protected]].DLL”

Ransom Note: “info.txt”

 Description:       [[email protected]].DLL ransomware encrypt your files by adding “[[email protected]].DLL” extension to file names and demands a ransom to give decryption key

 Symptoms:        You will not be able to access any files on your system. You will find Ransom note in each folder demanding money.

Distribution Methods: [[email protected]].DLL ransomware gets installed in to the System via various intrusive methods like as spam email campaign, downloading unwanted program, Fake updates, and other tricky ways.

Removal Process:  In order to keep the System safe and secure from more issues we are highly suggested to scan the system with reputable antimalware tool.

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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Step 1: Remove [[email protected]].DLL ransomware through “Safe Mode with Networking”

Step 2: Delete [[email protected]].DLL ransomware using “System Restore”

Step 1: Remove [[email protected]].DLL 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 [[email protected]].DLL ransomware using “System Restore”

Log-in to the account infected with [[email protected]].DLL 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 [[email protected]].DLL 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 [[email protected]].DLL 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 [[email protected]].DLL 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 [[email protected]].DLL 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 [[email protected]].DLL 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 [[email protected]].DLL 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 [[email protected]].DLL 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 [[email protected]].DLL 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.