Remove EveRed ransomware And Open Locked Data

EveRed ransomware: Step-by-step Uninstall Process

EveRed ransomware is a file-locker malware that is not decryptable at the time. It means that users who get their files encrypted by this hazardous threat need to choose between paying ransom to the attackers and removing the infection properly, then recovering the files using alternative methods. The EveRed virus marks the affected data with “.evered” extension. This is the sign of encryption-based parasite, and the further details on what to do once victims find their data encoded get listed in the “readme.tx” ransom note. It is really devastating when the commonly used files get locked and become inaccessible.

EveRed ransomware Asks Victims To Pay Up:

The note displayed by EveRed ransomware informs the victims regarding the attack and asks for the ransom to be able to regain access to the compromised data. It points out that the only way to open the files is by using a proper decryption software which only attackers possess. It is quite understandable that these criminals are not going to provide the tool for free. They ask to pay a hefty sum of ransom in Bitcoin or other cryptocurrency. Users will allegedly obtain the required decryptor after making the payment.

Paying Ransom Is Not Worthy:

Although, claims made by EveRed ransomware authors might be enticing, we strongly advise against contacting them. Many previous ransomware affected people report that they have never received a response after paying the demanded money, so they not only lost their data but their money too. We recommend users never paying up when their files get locked. It is more likely that you will receive additional malware but not decryption tool. The first thing any victims need to do here in such perilous circumstance is to perform EveRed ransomware removal from the computer as early as possible. After that, try restoring files via alternative methods.

Ways To Recover Data:

The best possible way to retrieve the infected files is by using backup if there is any, stored on any external location. Nonetheless, if you didn’t back your data up, you probably lost your files forever. In some cases, security researchers manage to create a working decryption tool that would allow victims to recover data for free. You should check if there is any decryptor available online. If not, you can also use third-party file-recovery application. Such tools though are not helpful in all situations, you can still at least try it.

Distribution Of EveRed ransomware:

The most important thing you would be asking yourself is how did EveRed ransomware end up on your device? And there are several possible answers to that question. One of the most common ways how people infect themselves with crypto-malware is by spam emails sent by cyber criminals in thousands. Hackers attach a spiteful file or insert a malevolent link in the email in the hopes that at least one employee will open it. If that occurs, from then on, they can infect all the devices that are connected to the same network.

That is why it is significant to be careful in your workplace and open attachments only if you were expecting them. Even if you obtained an email from someone you know, it is better to double-check if it was them through another platform, as con artists can intrude your email friend list. In addition, software should be downloaded from trustworthy channels, official and verified sources only, and avoid using unreliable and free file-hosting sites. If your device is already contaminated with this crypto-malware, you must remove EveRed ransomware from the machine as soon as possible.

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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

Step 2: Delete EveRed ransomware using “System Restore”

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

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