StuardRitchi ransomware encryption process
The freshly found internet threat is called StuardRitchi ransomware. This ransomware belongs to the GlobeImposter 2.0 file-encryption ransomware family, that is also known for Sill@tuta.io and AD ransomwares. The representatives of this family aim at the preventing a user from the accessing definite file formats. Everyone can easily become a victim of StuardRitchi ransomware, as all the ways of its disseminating are not stated yet. The method, that is the most widely used nowadays is spam email attachments. The code of the virus is integrated into a harmless file and once it’s opened, the virus executes a malicious algorithm. It’s very easy to understand, that your device is infected with this virus, and if it’s so, don’t try to remove StuardRitchi encryption manually, as this can possibly corrupt the files permanently.
This ransomware differs from the previous versions, that have been mentioned, in the new encryption algorithm. The mechanism is the same, it’s the two-step process, that consists of the scanning and encryption. StuardRitchi searches for the relevant files on the basis of their value. In the most cases the most valuable files are documents and media files, that are necessary for a work or just sentimental. Then the virus begins the encryption process, that has its own unique mechanisms of work. After it, the files are unreadable, as the virus has modificated their structures. The clear indication of a successful encryption is a new extension – .crypt, that is added to the names of the files. In order to make the owner of the encrypted files pay, the virus creates the ransom message, that promotes hackers’ decryption services:
Don’t let them get your money, as their words cannot be trusted. The criminals can easily take your money and ditch you! Or they can make the situation much worse and instead of a decryption tool, you will get another ransomware and your files will be encrypted twice! No one can guarantee you, that everything will go smoothly. That’s why we’ve prepared a guide on how to remove StuardRitchi ransomware and decrypt .crypt files for free! We strongly recommend you to use a powerful anti-malware program that has this threat in its database. It will mitigate the risks of the wrong installation, and will remove StuardRitchi from your computer with all of its leftovers and register files. Solution for Windows users: our choice is Norton 360 . Norton 360 scans your computer and detects various threats like StuardRitchi, then removes it with all of the related malicious files, folders and registry keys. If you are Mac user, we advise you to use Combo Cleaner. Once you’ve removed the virus, you are probably thinking how to decrypt .crypt files. Let’s take a look at possible ways of decrypting your data. The download is an evaluation version for recovering files. To unlock all features and tools, purchase is required ($49.99-299). By clicking the button you agree to EULA and Privacy Policy. Downloading will start automatically. Unfortunately, due to the novelty of StuardRitchi ransomware, there are no available automatic decryptors for this encryptor yet. Still, there is no need to invest in the malicious scheme by paying a ransom. You are able to recover files manually. This feature is working on Windows Vista (not Home version), Windows 7 and later versions. Windows keeps copies of files and folders which you can use to restore data on your computer. In order to restore data from Windows Backup, take the following steps: You can always try to use System Restore in order to roll back your system to its condition before infection infiltration. All the Windows versions include this option.
Article’s Guide
How to remove StuardRitchi Ransomware from your computer?
How to decrypt .crypt files?
Recover data with Data Recovery
Restore data with automated decryption tools
You can try to use one of these methods in order to restore your encrypted data manually.Remove StuardRitchi encryption with Windows Previous Versions
Remove StuardRitchi encryption with System Restore