Remove JamesBond ransomware (Open Encrypted Data)

JamesBond ransomware: Simple Uninstall Guide

JamesBond ransomware is a hazardous computer virus that locks data through encryption and then demands a huge sum of ransom from the victims for data recovery. This kind of crypto-viruses generally penetrate the targeted systems by stealth using deceptive techniques like malspam campaign, so users cannot notice its intrusion. Soon after that, it encrypts all the documents, pictures, audios, videos, spreadsheets, presentations, etc. using a strong cryptographic algorithm and makes them completely unusable. The JamesBond virus appends a “.jamesbond2021@tutanotacom_jamesbond” extension with each compromised data during the encryption practice, and thus, they can easily be recognized.

JamesBond ransomware Shows Ransom Note After Encryption:

Once the encryption process is completed, JamesBond ransomware create ransom notes titled “read_it.txt” and also changes the desktop wallpaper. These notes state that victims’ files have been encrypted and also mention that they must purchase the decryption tools from the attackers to restore the infected files. Contact can be established with the crooks using the [email protected] email address. After that, the required tool will be provided and hence, the compromised data can be accessed again.

Paying Ransom Is Not Worthy:

Unluckily, data encrypted by JamesBond ransomware or other crypto-viruses can’t be opened without the interference of the attackers. It can possible if the malicious software is still in development phase or has defects. But in normal circumstance, it is nearly impossible. But still, there is no need to pay any sort of ransom to the criminals or even contact them. This is because despite paying, victims usually don’t acquire the decryption tools and end up with losing both files as well as money. So, dealing with the hackers is not an option, and you need to focus on JamesBond ransomware removal from the computer immediately before it ruins more data.

Use Backup For File Recovery:

You can get your compromised data restored if you have a backup of your important files and documents, created before the attack and stored on any external location. Unfortunately, many people don’t realize the significance of creating and maintaining backup until they require it but it is not in their hands. If this is the case, you should invest on a third-party file-recovery application to recover the data.

Distribution Of JamesBond ransomware:

JamesBond ransomware and other crypto-threats are mostly spread via malspam campaigns. The mails sent through these campaigns have malicious files attached to them or contain download links. Virulent files can be in multiple formats, e.g., Microsoft Office and PDF documents, executables, archives, JavaScript, etc. When recipients open, run or execute the vicious file, it triggers the installation of file-locking virus. The phishing mails used for malware delivery are often disguised as ‘important’, ‘urgent’, ‘crucial’, or similar.

Thus, it is highly recommended to not open files attached to suspicious or irrelevant emails coming from unknown addresses. Moreover, unreliable download channels, e.g., unofficial and free file-hosting sites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, third-party downloaders, etc. should not be used. Choose only trustworthy channels, official and verified sources for your software and products. Also, activate/update applications using the tools or feature provided by legitimate developers only. If your system is already contaminated with this crypto-virus, you must remove JamesBond ransomware from the device without wasting any time.

Text Presented In The Ransom Note:

Hello there All your files are encrypted. There is no way to decrypt them except through my decryptor.

I will sell for you the tool to decrypt and restore your files.

contact me at : [email protected]

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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

Step 2: Delete JamesBond ransomware using “System Restore”

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

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