Remove DRV Ransomware

About ransomware

The ransomware known as DRV Ransomware is categorized as a serious threat, due to the possible harm it might cause. You You possibly never ran into it before, and it might be particularly surprising to see what it does. Ransomware uses powerful encryption algorithms for data encryption, and once they’re locked, your access to them will be prevented. File encoding malware is so damaging because file decryption isn’t necessarily possible in all cases. You do have the option of paying the ransom to get a decryptor, but that is not encouraged. Giving into the requests will not necessarily ensure that your files will be restored, so expect that you might just be spending your money on nothing. Keep in mind that you are anticipating that cyber crooks will feel obligated to aid you in file recovery, when they have the choice of just taking your money.

Also consider that the money will go into future criminal activities. File encoding malicious program already costs millions of dollars in losses to businesses in 2017, and that’s an estimation only. Crooks also realize that they can make easy money, and the more victims give into the requests, the more appealing file encoding malicious program becomes to those types of people. Investing that money into backup would be better because if you ever encounter this type of situation again, you file loss would not worry you because they would be recoverable from backup. If you had backup available, you may just terminate DRV Ransomware virus and then recover data without being worried about losing them. You’ll find info on how ransomware spreads and how to avoid it in the below paragraph.

Ransomware spread ways

Ransomware usually uses quite basic methods for distribution, such as spam email and malicious downloads. It’s usually not necessary to come up with more sophisticated methods since many people are pretty careless when they use emails and download something. It might also possible that a more sophisticated method was used for infection, as some file encrypting malware do use them. Crooks do not have to put in much effort, just write a generic email that less cautious users could fall for, add the infected file to the email and send it to hundreds of users, who may think the sender is someone legitimate. Frequently, the emails will discuss money or similar topics, which people tend to take seriously. It is somewhat frequent that you will see big names like Amazon used, for example, if Amazon emailed someone a receipt for a purchase that the user didn’t make, he/she wouldn’t wait to open the attachment. Because of this, you need to be careful about opening emails, and look out for indications that they might be malicious. It’s important that you investigate whether you are familiar with the sender before you proceed to open the file attached. Double-checking the sender’s email address is still necessary, even if you know the sender. Those malicious emails are also frequently full of grammar mistakes. Another notable sign could be your name not used anywhere, if, lets say you use Amazon and they were to send you an email, they would not use typical greetings like Dear Customer/Member/User, and instead would insert the name you have provided them with. Weak spots in a device could also be used for infection. All software have weak spots but when they are found, they’re frequently fixed by vendors so that malware cannot use it to enter a computer. Unfortunately, as as may be seen by the widespread of WannaCry ransomware, not all people install updates, for different reasons. It’s crucial that you frequently patch your programs because if a vulnerability is severe enough, Serious weak spots may be used by malware so it is important that you patch all your programs. Patches can also be permitted to install automatically.

What does it do

Your files will be encoded by ransomware soon after it gets into your device. In the beginning, it might not be obvious as to what is going on, but when your files can not be opened as usual, you’ll at least know something is not right. Look for weird file extensions attached to files that were encrypted, they they’ll help identify which ransomware you have. Powerful encryption algorithms could have been used to encrypt your data, and it’s likely that they could be encrypted permanently. After the encryption process is finished, you’ll see a ransom notification, which will attempt to clear up what has happened and how you ought to proceed. You will be proposed a decryptor, for a price obviously, and cyber criminals will alert to not implement other methods because it could lead to permanently encrypted files. If the amount you need to pay isn’t specified in the note, you will be asked to email them to set the price, it could range from some tens of dollars to a couple of hundred. Clearly, giving into the requests isn’t encouraged. Only think about paying as a last resort. Maybe you have forgotten that you’ve backed up your data. It might also be a possibility that you would be able to locate a free decryptor. If the data encoding malicious program is decryptable, a malware specialist might be able to release a program that would unlock DRV Ransomware files for free. Keep this in mind before you even think about paying crooks. Using the demanded money for a trustworthy backup might be a smarter idea. If you created backup before the infection invaded, you may perform file recovery after you uninstall DRV Ransomware virus. If you familiarize yourself with ransomware, preventing an infection should not be hard. At the very least, do not open email attachments randomly, update your software, and only download from sources you know you may trust.

DRV Ransomware removal

an anti-malware utility will be a required program to have if you wish the ransomware to be gone completely. If you aren’t knowledgeable with computers, accidental damage can be caused to your computer when attempting to fix DRV Ransomware virus manually. If you go with the automatic option, it would be a much better choice. It may also prevent future ransomware from entering, in addition to helping you get rid of this one. Choose the anti-malware software that best suits what you need, and scan your device for the infection once you install it. Bear in mind that a malware removal utility is meant to eliminate the infection and not to assist in file decrypting. When your computer is clean, begin regularly create copies of your data.

Learn how to remove Remove DRV Ransomware from your computer

• Step 1. Delete ransomware via anti-malware
• Step 2. Delete Remove DRV Ransomware 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 Remove DRV Ransomware 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.