Remove Removeme2020 Ransomware

What can be said about this threat

As removeme2020 encrypts, files are appended with the “.locker” extension; for example, a file tilted something like “1.jpg” would appear as “1.jpg.locker” – following encryption. After this process is finished, an HTML file – “how_to_back_files.html” – containing the ransom note is dropped onto the desktop. The ransomware known as Removeme2020 Ransomware is categorized as a severe infection, due to the amount of harm it might cause. If ransomware was unknown to you until now, you might be in for a surprise. If a powerful encryption algorithm was used to encrypt your data, they will be locked, which means you’ll be unable to access them.

Ransomware is thought to be one of the most damaging malware because file decryption is not always likely. Crooks will give you a chance to decrypt files through their decryptor, you would just need to pay a certain amount of money, but this option is not suggested for a couple of reasons. First of all, you may end up just wasting your money because cyber criminals don’t always recover files after payment. Why would people who encrypted your files the first place help you restore them when there is nothing to stop them from just taking your money. Additionally, that money would go into future file encoding malware and malicious program projects. Do you really want to support the kind of criminal activity that does billions worth of damage. People are also becoming increasingly attracted to the whole business because the amount of people who pay the ransom make data encrypting malware a highly profitable business. Investing the money you are requested to pay into some kind of backup may be a better option because file loss would not be a problem. You could then restore files from backup after you terminate Removeme2020 Ransomware virus or related threats. You might also not know file encrypting malicious program distribution methods, and we will explain the most frequent ways in the below paragraphs.

Ransomware distribution ways

Most common ransomware spread ways include through spam emails, exploit kits and malicious downloads. There’s often no need to come up with more elaborate ways because many people are not cautious when they use emails and download files. Nevertheless, there are file encoding malicious programs that use more sophisticated methods. Cyber criminals attach an infected file to an email, write some type of text, and falsely state to be from a real company/organization. Money related problems are a common topic in those emails because people tend to engage with those emails. Cyber criminals prefer to pretend to be from Amazon and warn you that unusual activity was noticed in your account or a purchase was made. You have to look out for certain signs when opening emails if you want to secure your device. It is critical that you make sure the sender is reliable before you open the attachment they’ve sent you. Don’t hurry to open the attached file just because the sender seems familiar to you, first you will need to check if the email address matches the sender’s actual email. Glaring grammar errors are also a sign. The greeting used might also be a clue, a legitimate company’s email important enough to open would use your name in the greeting, instead of a generic Customer or Member. Weak spots in a system could also be used by a file encoding malicious software to enter your computer. All programs have weak spots but generally, vendors fix them when they’re found so that malware can’t take advantage of it to infect. However, judging by the amount of systems infected by WannaCry, evidently not everyone rushes to install those patches. We suggest that you install an update whenever it becomes available. Patches could install automatically, if you don’t wish to bother with them every time.

How does it behave

When your computer becomes infected, you will soon find your files encrypted. Even if infection was not obvious from the beginning, it’ll become rather obvious something’s wrong when you cannot open your files. You’ll see that a file extension has been added to all encoded files, which can help identify the correct file encrypting malware. Powerful encryption algorithms could have been used to encrypt your files, which may mean that you cannot decrypt them. A ransom notification will be placed in the folders with your files or it’ll appear in your desktop, and it ought to explain how you can restore files. They will propose you a decryptor, which will not be free. The note ought to show the price for a decryptor but if that isn’t the case, you will have to email criminals through their provided address. Clearly, paying the ransom is not recommended. Before you even consider paying, look into all other options first. It’s possible you’ve simply forgotten that you have backed up your files. For certain file encrypting malicious programs, decryptors could be available for free. A free decryption program might be available, if the file encrypting malware was crackable. Consider that before you even think about paying crooks. Using that sum for backup may be more helpful. If you made backup prior to infection, you may recover data after you eliminate Removeme2020 Ransomware virus. Become familiar with how a file encrypting malicious software spreads so that you do your best to avoid it. At the very least, do not open email attachments randomly, update your programs, and only download from sources you know you can trust.

Ways to delete Removeme2020 Ransomware virus

If the is still present on your device, A malware removal program should be used to get rid of it. When attempting to manually fix Removeme2020 Ransomware virus you might cause further damage if you are not computer-savvy. Thus, opting for the automatic method would be what we suggest. These kinds of utilities are made with the intention of removing or even preventing these types of infections. Choose a reliable tool, and once it’s installed, scan your device to find the threat. Do not expect the anti-malware utility to help you in data recovery, because it won’t be able to do that. When your system is clean, begin to regularly back up your data.

Learn how to remove Remove Removeme2020 Ransomware from your computer

• Step 1. Delete ransomware via anti-malware
• Step 2. Delete Remove Removeme2020 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 Removeme2020 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.