How to remove Wannapay Ransomware and recover encrypted files
Complete tips to delete Wannapay Ransomware and restore data
Wannapay Ransomware is a data-locking virus and a part of RIP Lmao ransomware group. The malware is designed to encrypt stored files, rename them and then demand ransom payment for their decryption. The affected files will get renamed with .wannapay extension. For example, a file 1.jpg would appear something similar to 1jpg.wannapay, 2.jpg to 2.jpg.wannapay and so on.
The ransom demanding message is dropped within _RECOVER_FILES_wannapay.txt file. The Wannapay Ransomware also displays a pop-up window. The ransom note informs the users about the files encryption and instructs that they can recover these files by using a unique decryption tool that the crooks have. It provides the details like price of the decryption tool, cryptocurrency wallet address belongs to the crooks where the transaction is to be made, payment deadline and etc. The crooks demand 200 BTC of Amazon gift cards. For the contact purpose, [email protected] address belongs to them is mentioned in it.
Here is the full text presented in the pop-up window:
Your files (count: – ) have been encrypted!
In order to recover your data…
Please send 200 Bitcoin(s) to the following BTC address:
send Amazon egift cards to the email below
Text presented in the .txt file:
All of your files have been encrypted.
To unlock them, please send 200Afterwards, please email your transaction ID to: [email protected]
Thank you and have a nice day!
Encryption Log:
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In some cases, victims can decrypt their files for free. It is possible only when ransomware have some flaws or bugs in them-security researchers crack the code used by taking the advantage of this flaw and develop a free decryption tool. However, no such tools could break Wannapay Ransomware’s encryption. This does not mean that now you contact/ pay the crooks. These people are not reliable – they will never provide you the decryption tool. If you pay, you will get scammed. You will suffer financial loss and have all the files remain encrypted.
The best way to deal with this case is to remove Wannapay Ransomware and recover the files using existing backups. If there no such backups, use Shadow Copies or third party data recovery tools- check our data recovery section below the post for more detailed guide. The virus removal is the first and crucial step in this case – this will prevent further files encryption, avoid system damages and make you free to perform the files recovery process without the interference of the crooks behind it. Below the post, you will also find complete manual as well as automatic way how to perform Wannapay Ransomware removal with an ease.
How did Wannapay Ransomware infiltrate my system?
Users infect their systems through Trojans, spam emails, files downloaded through unreliable channels, fake software updaters and third party software activation tools. Trojans are malicious computer infection designed to download/ install additional malware. Spam emails are used to deliver malware via attachments or website links. Recipients install malicious software after opening malicious attachments or files downloaded through the included links.
Files available for download on p2p networks, free file hosting sites and third party downloaders, installers often offer dubious and/or bundled content. It is common that crooks disguise malicious files as regular, legitimate and wait until users download and open them. Fake software updates cause system infection by exploiting bugs/ flaws of outdated software or by directly downloading malware instead of providing updates. Unofficial software activation tools cause system infection by supposedly bypassing activation keys for paid software.
How to prevent ransomware infection?
Installed software should never be updated or activated using third party, unofficial tools. It is common that these tools are bundled with malware. Installed software should always be updated using the tools/ functions from official developers only. It is important to mention that it is not legal to bypass software using unofficial activation tools or use pirated software. Further, files attached on any irrelevant emails should never be clicked. Programs should always be downloaded from official websites and direct links. For adequate protection, have a powerful antivirus tool always installed within the system.
Special Offer (For Windows)
Wannapay 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 Wannapay Ransomware through “Safe Mode with Networking”
Step 2: Delete Wannapay Ransomware using “System Restore”
Step 1: Remove Wannapay 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 Wannapay Ransomware using “System Restore”
Log-in to the account infected with Wannapay 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)
Wannapay 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 Wannapay 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 Wannapay 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 Wannapay 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 Wannapay 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 Wannapay 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 Wannapay 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 Wannapay 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 Wannapay 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)
Wannapay 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.
