Remove DarkWorld File Crypter and File Recovery Guide

Easy steps to delete DarkWorld File Crypter

DarkWorld File Crypter is the type of malware that comes under the family of ransomware. It infects the Windows PC and corrupt files and then demands a ransom of hundreds of dollars to restore the files. This particular ransomware renames encrypted files by adding “.dark” extension. After that, it generates a text file titled Important.txt and placed in all folders that contain encrypted data which contains instructions on how to pay the ransom and contact the cyber criminals.

The created files inform victims that all their files have been encrypted including databases, pictures, documents, audios, videos and so on and the only way to recover them is to use decryption tool and key. The person who made DarkWorld File Crypter asks for a ransom of $300 in Bitcoin. The note also demands that you contact the extortionists within three days of the ransomware attack or else your files won’t be decrypted.

Once the payment is done, users are asked to send their personal ID to the provided email addresses and wait for decryption tool and instructs them how to use. Usually, ransomware developers are the only ones who can help their victims to decrypt files. Unfortunately, developers of this ransomware are the only ones who have the right decryption tools as well. Users are also warned not to rename encrypted files with third party software as it might leads into permanent data loss.

Should victims contact the cyber criminals?

In such situation, users are instructed not to contact cyber criminals or pay any money to them. Paying money to them does not generate positive results and victims often get scammed. Therefore, it is not advisable to pay a ransom. The only viable solution to recover files is to restore them from a backup if one has created before the infection. The other options are to use third party data recovery tool.

Distribution methods of DarkWorld File Crypter:

It can be anticipated from common ransomware family distribution techniques that this ransomware could also be distributed via one of the following methods:

Untrustworthy software downloading sources: These include free file hosting sites, p2p networks and freeware downloader that spread malware by presenting it as legit software.

Scam campaigns: Cyber crooks use this method to send emails containing malicious documents of any file formats. Users when open them, they are asked to enable macros commands. One more clicks leads the installation of some malware.

Trojans: These malicious applications are designed to download or install other viruses.

How to avoid installation of ransomware infections?

It is advised not to open files present in irrelevant emails that are not relevant and sent from unknown addresses. It is important to know that most emails pretend to be important letters from legitimate companies. To download programs, users are recommended to use official websites and direct links. Other tools like unofficial websites, peer to peer sharing networks, free file hosting sites should be avoided as it likely offers rogue apps. The most important thing keep installed software updated and activated with tools provided from its official developers. None of the third-party tools should be used for that as such tools often contain malware. Moreover, install dependable antivirus suite and keep it up-to-date to perform regular computer scans for viruses.

Text presented in the “Important.txt” file:

DEAR USER..
This is the developer of DarkWorld File Crypter tool, you have been running our tool in your system which caused your files to get encrypted.
Don’t worry, you can return all your files!
All your files like pictures, databases, documents and other important files that were encrypted with strongest encryption and unique key.
The only method of recovering files is to purchase the Decryption tool from me.

the decryption tool will not be able to decrypt your files if the encrypted files were encrypted after 72 hours , which means you need to contact us before 72hours from decryption so we can help you solve your problem.
Please note that you’ll never restore your data without payment.
Price of private key and decrypt software is $300.

To Buy the decryption tool you must follow the following steps :

1 – Send the equivalent of 300$ in bitcoins
to this wallet : 1EdxGR5fxRjhWtxNSbyDHv4nVdx5BP54L2
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* What is bitcoin ? : hxxps://www.investopedia.com/terms/b/bitcoin.asp
* How to buy Bitcoin ? : hxxps://www.investopedia.com/articles/investing/082914/basics-buying-and-investing-bitcoin.asp
* Where to buy Bitcoin ? :
hxxps://www.blockchain.com/
hxxps://coinbase.com/
hxxps://robinhood.com/
hxxps://www.coinmama.com
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2 – Once your payment is done copy your personal ID and send it to me in this email : .
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3 – After i confirm the payment is received you will immediatly receive the decryption tool and the decryption key of your files , and also you will receive a full guide and a video explaining how to use the decryption tool to decrypt all your files .
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4 – in case of trust issues you can send one of your encrypted files to my email and i will decrypt it and send it back to you as a valid proof of the decryption tool.
Your personal ID : –

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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Step 1: Remove DarkWorld File Crypter through “Safe Mode with Networking”

Step 2: Delete DarkWorld File Crypter using “System Restore”

Step 1: Remove DarkWorld File Crypter 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 DarkWorld File Crypter using “System Restore”

Log-in to the account infected with DarkWorld File Crypter. 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 DarkWorld File Crypter 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 DarkWorld File Crypter 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 DarkWorld File Crypter 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 DarkWorld File Crypter, 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 DarkWorld File Crypter.

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 DarkWorld File Crypter?

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 DarkWorld File Crypter 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 DarkWorld File Crypter 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.