Remove This_is_no_jock ransomware (Recover Encrypted Files)

Information About This_is_no_jock ransomware

Found as a new ransomware infection named This_is_no_jock ransomware is discovered by a security analyst named Jayesh B. Kulkarni. According to researher, this ransomware is technically a new strain derived from Xorist ransomware family, so getting installed on a machine somehow, it will perform encryption over all files stored on computer and demands the victims later to remit a specified ransom payment to its creators. Once the encryption is processed over targeted files, the malware use to append all affected files using .system_damaged_payment_must_be_done_ in_maxim_24_hours_or_your_encryption_key_will_ be_deleted_forver_this_is_no_jock extension, and the victims can expect to have those files inaccessble. Every time they try to access those files for their personal requirements, they will come to face off a scary ransom note on screen by name HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txt, which is dropped by ransomware on desktop and other directories as well under which the files are encrypted. Here mentioned the message which This_is_no_jock ransomware displays over screen to demand payment and to provide various information:

YOUR SYSTEM IS LOCKED AND ALL YOUR IMPORTANT DATA HAS BEEN ENCRYPTED.

DON'T WORRY YOUR FILES ARE SAFE.

TO RETURN ALL TO NORMALLY YOU MUST BUY THE CERBER DECRYPTOR PROGRAM.

PAYMENTS ARE ACCEPTED ONLY THROUGH THE BITCOIN NETWORK.

YOU CAN GET THEM VIA ATM MACHINE OR ONLINE

hxxps://coinatmradar.com/ (find a ATM)

hxxps://www.localbitcoins.com/ (buy instantly online any country)

THE PRICE FOR DECRYPTOR SOFTWARE IS 1.5 BTC

BTC ADRESS : 18Tymv8EpXorQgEtP5L6x1x93ZT9a8eSPw (where you need to make the payment)

VERRY IMPORTANT !

DO NOT TRY TO SCAN WITH ANTIVIRUS YOU RISK LOSING YOUR DATA .

ANTIVIRUSES ONLY DESTROY THE ENCRYPTED DATA , THEY DO NOT KNOW THE ALGORITH WITH WICH THE ENTIRE SYSTEM WAS ENCRYPTED.

THE ONLY WAY TO DECRYPT YOUR SYSTEM AND RETURN TO NORMAL IS TO BUY THE ORIGINAL DECRYPTOR SOFTWARE.

For more information : [email protected] (24/7)

Subject : SYSTEM-LOCKED-ID: OSX1032020

The provided ransom note basically provides users with details regarding ransomware and how the users can overcome the issues. It basically states that This_is_no_jock ransomware has affected all their files, and can be recovered only by using a valid decryption tool or key provided by hackers. However, the victims are urged to purchase the software from criminals by paying a hefty ransom fee in order to get the software and key. The demanded ransom fee size is actually 1.5 BTC which must be paid to users through provided BTC wallet address following which they are suggested to send hackers email regarding payment details and other demanded infromation like user ID, and so on. The criminals claim that once the payment is confirmed, they will send back the decryption software to users, using which all encrypted files can be recovered or restored in easy manner.

Further, the ransom note also tries to scare users by showing some warnings as well, that states that tampering with encrypted files somehow, will cause the data permanently lost. It states that the users have only remaining option to restore their files is to pay hackers, and nothing else. But what actually most of the security experts suggest is something different, they recommend users not to contact hackers and pay them with the demands. If a user end up doing so, they will just get scammed. The creators of this malware have created this vermin with sole intention to earn illegal profit, and this is why the victims should find some alternative methods either to remove This_is_no_jock ransomware and to restore their files back in action.

Threat Summary

Name: This_is_no_jock ransomware

Type: Ransomware, cryptovirus

Description: This_is_no_jock ransomware is identified to be another ransomware identity which mainly powered to encrypt all files using a powerful cipher and demand the victims to remit a specified ransom fee to hackers.

Distribution: Spam/junk email attachments, freeware or shareware downloads, visits to malicious websites, and many more.

Removal (File Restore): Check through the guidelines or methods included here either to remove This_is_no_jock ransomware and restore your files back.

Description about how This_is_no_jock ransomware intrudes and should be treated on infected computer?

As noticed in most of the instances, the malware terms like This_is_no_jock ransomware often get installed on computers through usage of Trojans, spam email campaigns, illegal activation tools, illegal software updaters, unreliable downlaod channels, and many more. However, when comes specific to ransomware, a specific trojan or payload dropper is distributed by malware creators at first over global network, which are presented in disguised form. Once the trojan somehow gets downloaded (mostly through spam email campaigns) the hidden trojan runs in background and executes the ransomware and its modules to take its effects sooner.

If you are having a bad time by getting your files infected or encrypted by This_is_no_jock ransomware, then you can hardly expect to access your files unless they are decrypted. But, seeking help from cyber crime master minds is still not a recommended way to accomplish your needs. As per the experts, the victims require to remove This_is_no_jock ransomware and all its associated files first to prevent further encryption over files, following which they can try restoring their files using either backups or other file recovery methods. For more information about the steps, get through the section included under this article.

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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

Step 2: Delete This_is_no_jock ransomware using “System Restore”

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

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