Remove UGMH ransomware (Data Recovery Solution)

Files encrypted by UGMH ransomware: Is there any solution?

UGMH ransomware is based on open source project called Hidden Tear. It is a piece of malicious programs that was discovered by xiaopao. The main intention behind the creation of this ransomware is to encrypt files for the purpose of making huge amount of ransom money. While encrypting, all compromised files are appended with “.UGMH” extensions. This suggests that the malicious programs are still in development or has been released for testing purposes. After completing this process, it creates a text file named “Pwned.txt” and dropped it into victims desktop to inform about encryption.

Text presented in UGMH ransomware’s text file:

Your country is weak, your system is like a poor cheese, lot of holes, lot of vulnerabilities. You will never see your files again and we will public it to everyone. Fear us!! We are UGMH

More details about UGMH ransomware

The created text does not contain information related with ransom notes such as size of demanded ransom, cyber criminals email address and so on. The message in these file simply states that user’s country is weak and that is why it uses Swiss cheese metaphor to describe the point of just how riddled with vulnerabilities the system’s security is. The note informs that the compromised files will remain encrypted and that they will be publicized. In most of the cases, it has been noticed that decryption is impossible with the involvement of UGMH ransomware developers.

However, it might be possible if malware contains some bugs or flaws. Due to above mentioned details it is strongly recommended not to trust on the cyber criminals who is behind this infection. In most cases it has been noticed that users who pay money to them often get scammed. Cyber criminals do not send decryption tool even if payment is submitted. So, you are highly suggested not to contact them and fulfill their demands. Thus, to avoid this malware from further encryptions, it must be removed from the operating system immediately.

How did ransomware infect my PC?

The most common ransomware and malware distribution methods include Trojans, untrustworthy software downloading sources, fake updates and illegal activation tools. Usually, it mostly attacks your PC through spam or junk email attachments. The email coming from unknown sources in form of PDF, scripts etc can also cause problems. If you open such emails, it injects malign codes that hide deep inside your PC. So, you are advised not to open suspicious emails if senders seem untrustworthy as it might cause download/installation of malware.

How to remove UGMH ransomware and recover files?

To restore files, you are highly recommended to remove UGMH ransomware firstly and completely from the computer. Here is given below easy removal steps that will help you to eliminate this virus immediately from the system. After completed the removal process, you can easily recover your file from backup like as external hard drive or by using third party recovery software.

Prevention tips to avoid malware attack:

It is recommended not to open emails especially any attachments are found in them. As soon as such files are opened, it might results into high risk infection. Always use official websites and direct links to download any applications. Avoid using third party downloader/installer, free file hosting sites and other similar tools as they are frequently used to invade malware.

Additionally, update all installed software by using tools or implemented functions provided by genuine software developers. Lastly, you must install reputable antivirus software and keep them updated and enabled to avoid dubious malware. In case, if your PC is infected with UGMH ransomware we recommend you to use reliable anti-malware removal tool that can eliminate this ransomware immediately.

Threat specification

Name: UGMH ransomware

Type: Ransomware, Crypto-virus

Ransom demanding message: Pwned.txt

Extension used: .UGMH

Description: This ransomware is a new detection that locks your files and demands a hefty ransom fee to offer decryption key. However, program is nothing more than a trap by hackers to earn illegal profit.

Symptoms: Users cannot access files stored on their system as previously functional files have different extension. A ransom demanding message appears on your screen. Cyber crooks behind this ask you to pay money usually in Bitcoin cryptocurrency.

Distribution: malicious email attachments, malicious ads, torrent websites, harmful hyperlinks, software bundling, pirated or cracked software and other social engineering methods.

Damage: All files as well as data are encoded by using strong encryption algorithm and it cannot be opened without paying ransom. Other additional password stealing Trojans infection can be installed along with dubious ransomware infections. 

File Restore: File restoration is possible with a lately created backup file or Volume Shadow Copies if available or some other options that are discussed under this article.

Removal: In order to remove UGMH ransomware and all infiltrated ransomware infection from the computer, we recommend our users to use some reliable antivirus removal tool or simply go through given removal instructions that are provided under this article.

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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

Step 2: Delete UGMH ransomware using “System Restore”

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

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