Nomikon Ransomware Removal

What is ransomware

The ransomware known as Nomikon Ransomware is classified as a serious threat, due to the possible damage it might cause. You You probably never came across it before, and to figure out what it does might be particularly shocking. Ransomware encrypts data using strong encryption algorithms, and once the process is finished, files will be locked and you will be unable to access them. Ransomware is considered to be one of the most harmful infections you might encounter because file decryption is not possible in every case.

A decryption tool will be offered to you by cyber crooks but complying with the requests might not be the best option. Data decryption even if you pay isn’t guaranteed so you may just end up wasting your money. There’s nothing stopping cyber crooks from just taking your money, without giving you a decryptor. The future activities of these cyber crooks would also be supported by that money. Data encoding malicious software already does billions of dollars in damage, do you really want to be supporting that. People are also becoming increasingly attracted to the business because the amount of people who pay the ransom make ransomware a highly profitable business. Investing the money that is demanded of you into reliable backup would be better because if you are ever put in this kind of situation again, you may just recover data from backup and their loss wouldn’t be a possibility. If backup was made before you caught the infection, you can just terminate Nomikon Ransomware virus and proceed to unlock Nomikon Ransomware files. If you did not know what ransomware is, it is also possible you don’t know how it managed to infect your computer, which is why carefully read the following paragraph.

Ransomware distribution methods

A data encrypting malware commonly spreads through methods like email attachments, malicious downloads and exploit kits. Because users are quite negligent when dealing with emails and downloading files, there is usually no need for those spreading ransomware to use more elaborate methods. It is also possible that a more elaborate method was used for infection, as some ransomware do use them. Cyber criminals write a pretty credible email, while pretending to be from some legitimate company or organization, add the malware-ridden file to the email and send it to many people. Money-related topics are frequently used as users are more prone to opening those emails. Frequently, hackers pretend to be from Amazon, with the email notifying you that suspicious activity was noticed in your account or a purchase was made. You need to look out for certain signs when opening emails if you want to secure your computer. It’s highly important that you check the sender to see whether they are familiar to you and if they’re reliable. And if you do know them, double-check the email address to make sure it’s actually them. The emails also commonly contain grammar errors, which tend to be quite evident. Take note of how the sender addresses you, if it’s a sender who knows your name, they’ll always greet you by your name, instead of a typical Customer or Member. Vulnerabilities on your device Out-of-date programs might also be used as a pathway to you computer. Vulnerabilities in software are generally identified and vendors release fixes to fix them so that malicious parties cannot take advantage of them to infect devices with malicious programs. As WannaCry has shown, however, not everyone rushes to install those patches. It’s crucial that you install those patches because if a vulnerability is serious, malware might use it to get in. Updates can be set to install automatically, if you find those notifications bothersome.

How does it behave

A file encrypting malicious program doesn’t target all files, only certain kinds, and they are encrypted as soon as they’re found. Your files will not be accessible, so even if you don’t realize what’s going in the beginning, you’ll know eventually. You will notice that the encoded files now have a file extension, and that helps users find out what type of ransomware it is. Your data may have been encrypted using strong encryption algorithms, and there is a possibility that they may be encoded without likelihood to recover them. A ransom note will reveal what has occurred and how you ought to proceed to recover your data. If you listen to the cyber crooks, you will be able to decrypt data through their decryption tool, which will not be free. If the note does not specify the amount you ought to pay, you’ll be asked to email them to set the price, it may range from some tens of dollars to a couple of hundred. Obviously, we do not believe paying is a wise choice, for the reasons already discussed. Only consider paying as a last resort. Try to recall whether you have ever made backup, your files may be stored somewhere. Or maybe a free decryption utility has been developed. A free decryption program may be available, if the ransomware infected many computers and malicious program specialists were able to decrypt it. Consider that before paying the ransom even crosses your mind. A much smarter purchase would be backup. If your most essential files are kept somewhere, you just uninstall Nomikon Ransomware virus and then recover data. Try to familiarize with how a data encoding malware is distributed so that you can dodge it in the future. You essentially have to always update your programs, only download from secure/legitimate sources and not randomly open files added to emails.

Nomikon Ransomware removal

So as to get rid of the ransomware if it is still present on the computer, a malware removal utility will be required to have. To manually fix Nomikon Ransomware is no easy process and if you aren’t careful, you may end up harming your system by accident. Using a malware removal software would be easier. The tool would not only help you deal with the infection, but it might also stop similar ones from entering in the future. Find a trustworthy utility, and once it’s installed, scan your device for the the infection. However, the tool isn’t capable of decrypting data, so don’t expect your files to be decrypted after the infection is gone. After the file encoding malware is gone, it’s safe to use your device again.

Learn how to remove Nomikon Ransomware Removal from your computer

• Step 1. Delete ransomware via anti-malware
• Step 2. Delete Nomikon Ransomware Removal using System Restore
• Step 3. Recover your data

Step 1. Delete ransomware via anti-malware

• a) Windows 7/Windows Vista/Windows XP
• b) Windows 8/Windows 10

a) Windows 7/Windows Vista/Windows XP

1. Start menu -> Shut down -> Restart.
2. Press and keep pressing F8 until Advanced Boot Options loads.
3. Select Safe Mode with Networking and press Enter.
4. When your computer boots, download anti-malware software via your browser.
5. Launch the program, scan your computer and delete the infection.

b) Windows 8/Windows 10

1. Press the Windows key on your keyboard and click on the power icon.
2. Select Restart while holding the Shift key.
3. Choose Troubleshoot and then Advanced options.
4. In Advanced options, choose Startup Settings and select Enable Safe mode with Networking (or just Safe Mode).
5. Press Restart.

Step 2. Delete Nomikon Ransomware Removal using System Restore

• a) Windows 7/Windows Vista/Windows XP
• b) Windows 8/Windows 10

a) Windows 7/Windows Vista/Windows XP

1. Start menu -> Shut down -> Restart.
2. Press and keep pressing F8 until Advanced Boot Options load.
3. Select Safe Mode with Command Prompt, and press Enter.
4. In Command Prompt, type in cd restore and press Enter.
5. Then type in rstrui.exe and press Enter again.
6. A new window will appear where you will have to choose a restore point. Choose one dating back prior to infection and press Next, and then Finish.

b) Windows 8/Windows 10

1. Press the Windows key on your keyboard and click on the power icon.
2. Select Restart while holding the Shift key.
3. Select Troubleshoot and then Advanced options.
4. In Advanced options, choose Startup Settings and select Enable Safe mode with Command Prompt.
5. In the Command Prompt window that appears, type in cd restore and press Enter.
6. Then type in rstrui.exe and press Enter again.
7. In the window that appears, you will have to select a restore point dating back prior to infection. Select one and press Next, then Finish.

Step 3. Recover your data

• a) Method 1. Data Recovery Pro
• b) Method 2. Windows Previous Versions
• c) Method 3. Shadow Explorer

When your files are encrypted by ransomware, you may be able to recover them. Below, you will find methods that could help you with file decryption. However, bear in mind that file decryption is not guaranteed. These methods are not always reliable, thus the best way to recover files would be via backup. And if you don't already have it, we suggest you invest in it.

a) Method 1. Data Recovery Pro

1. Download the Data Recovery Pro program.
2. Install and run the program.
3. Press Start Scan to see if data can be recovered.
4. If it finds recoverable files, you can restore them.

b) Method 2. Windows Previous Versions

If you had System Restore enabled prior to infection, your files should be recoverable through Windows Previous Versions.

1. Find a file you want to recover and right-click on it.
2. Properties -> Previous Versions.
3. Choose a version from the list and press Restore.

c) Method 3. Shadow Explorer

Some ransomware does not delete automatically created copies of your files, which are known as Shadow Copies. If they were not deleted, you should be able to recover them via Shadow Explorer.

1. Download Shadow Explorer from a reliable source.
2. Install and run the program.
3. Choose a disk that contains encrypted files and if it contains folders with recoverable files, press Export.