Remove TerrorWare Ransomware from computer
Tips for the recovery of encrypted files
TerrorWare Ransomware is huge risk ransomware virus that main aims to encrypt certain computer files. This malware blocks access to files by using the encryption process until the victims pay a ransom in exchange for a decryption key. It uses AES encryption algorithm and appends .terror file extension to the end of the affected filenames. Just after that, it creates a text file named READ_ME.txt and drops it on victim’s desktop.
Despite this, it also changes the desktop wallpaper with ransom image. Typically, ransom note contains instructions on how to contact attackers, payment information such as price of decryption key and how to pay for it and so on. Judging by the content present on the text file, it seems that attackers behind TerrorWare Ransomware are using this not to get money from users but to promote Discord channel, some Swedish gaming community called “Terror Grabbarna”.
It is possible that users who would join that Discord server may be contacted by its members and asked to pay a money in exchange for a decryption key. In most cases, when files are encrypted by ransomware then victims cannot decrypt them without using right decryption key that can only be provided by ransomware developers. Usually, there are no any third-party tools available that could decrypt files encrypted by the TerrorWare Ransomware.
Ransomware distribution
There are a few common ransomware distribution sources. These include untrustworthy software downloading sources, fake software updating tools, unofficial software activator, trojans and spam emails campaign. All these methods are broadly described below:
Trojans: Trojans are malicious applications that download and install other malicious malware.
Fake software updating tools: Fake software updates exploits software bugs/flaws or directly download malware.
Spam email campaigns: This is the most dominating methods that reply on spam emails and their attachments. The virus payload is activated once the attachments present on them are opened that results in software infections.
Unofficial software activation tool: This tool infect computer by supposedly bypassing activation key for paid software.
Should victim trust on cyber-criminal?
It is mention that paying ransom does not guarantee that victims will receive decryption tool that is used to decrypt their data. Therefore, it is advised not to trust on ransomware developers even if they promise to send decryption tool after the payment, but they did not do so. Sometimes, ransomware leaves some files unencrypted. Users can prevent them from encrypting those files later by removing it from the computer. Remember that removal will not restore already encrypted files.
How to Recover data?
To get back all lost files, victims are suggested to remove TerrorWare Ransomware as soon as possible from the PC. If this malware stays in your system for long time then it will re-encrypt all other files. Once malware is removed as well as PC gets cleaned, users can easily restore their files from a backup. In case, backup files are not available, users are recommended to use third party data recovery tool or software.
How to prevent intruding ransomware infections?
It is highly advised not to open attachments present in irrelevant emails that are sent from suspicious addresses. All software should be downloaded only from trustworthy websites and via direct links. Users are recommended not to use unofficial websites, peer to peer networks like torrent clients, eMule, various free file hosting pages and so on. The most important keep installed software updated using tools provided by its official developers. Avoid using third party tools for that, they often contain malware and also it is not legal to use such tools for activation of any licensed software. Moreover, install dependable antivirus suite and keep such software up to date to perform regular system scans for malware and other threats.
Text in the “READ_ME.txt” text file :
TerrorWare Join Discord For Decryption Key: hxxps://discord[.]gg/***** Decryptor: hxxps://cdn[.]discordapp[.]com/attachments/*********/*******/TerrorWare.exe
Special Offer (For Windows)
TerrorWare 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 TerrorWare Ransomware through “Safe Mode with Networking”
Step 2: Delete TerrorWare Ransomware using “System Restore”
Step 1: Remove TerrorWare 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 TerrorWare Ransomware using “System Restore”
Log-in to the account infected with TerrorWare 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)
TerrorWare 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 TerrorWare 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 TerrorWare 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 TerrorWare 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 TerrorWare 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 TerrorWare 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 TerrorWare 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 TerrorWare 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 TerrorWare 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)
TerrorWare 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.
