Blend Ransomware

What is Blend Ransomware?

Failure to protect the Windows operating system can result in the invasion of Blend Ransomware, a file-encrypting and ransom-demanding infection that will not leave one personal file untouched. In the first phase of the attack, the infection executes itself and drops additional files. Then, it encrypts personal files. Finally, it introduces ransom demands in return for a decryptor that, allegedly, is the only savior. That could be the case, but that does not mean that cybercriminals would actually help you with the decryption of personal documents or photos even if you fulfilled their demands to a T. Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers note that victims who have backups outside the system can easily replace the corrupted files after deleting Blend Ransomware. Hopefully, that is the option that works for you. Of course, whether or not you restore your personal files, removing the malicious threat is crucial. Continue reading to learn about the process, and note that a manual removal guide can be found below.

How does Blend Ransomware work?

Blend Ransomware is practically identical to the Phobos Ransomware, a well-known infection that has multiple variants. According to our research team, these threats have lots of things in common, and distribution is one of them. Spam email attachments, bundled downloaders, and social engineering scams could be used to trick less cautious people into executing this threat. Unpatched vulnerabilities within an operating system and installed applications could be instrumental in the successful execution of this malware also. After execution, Blend Ransomware encrypts files and also drops a few of its own files. When your personal files are encrypted, the “.id-{your ID}.[helips@protonmail.com].blend” extension is added to their original names so that you could spot them immediately. You can remove this additional extension, but if you do not want to waste time, move on. Next to the encrypted files, you might discover a file named “info.txt.” The message inside reads: “All your data is encrypted! for return write to mail: helips@protonmail.com.” It’s a pretty clear message, but we do not recommend communicating with attackers under any circumstances.

The second file created by Blend Ransomware is called “Info.hta,” and it launches a window entitled “encrypted” as soon as files are locked. The message in this window is much more extensive, and it informs that victims are expected to pay a ransom in return for a decryptor. Victims have 7 days to pay an undisclosed sum of money in an undisclosed manner in return for an alleged decryptor. Since not much information is provided, victims have no other option but to email helips@protonmail.com. Of course, options always exist, and you can choose NOT to communicate with cybercriminals. At the end of the day, if you expose yourself to cyber attackers, they will push you to pay a ransom, and if you pay it, you will find yourself empty-handed. It appears that you cannot win anything by contacting the attackers, and that is why we want you to focus on the removal of Blend Ransomware instead. Are you determined to take your chances because the encrypted files are incredibly important to you? If that is the route you are choosing to take, create a new email account, and make sure you are cautious about the information, files, and links that cybercriminals might provide you with.

How to delete Blend Ransomware

You will not recover your files by removing Blend Ransomware, but if you have copies stored on external drives or online, you have little to worry about. We do not recommend connecting to backups while the infection is still active. Remove it first, and then check your backups to see what files you can replace. If you are going to install free decryptors that claim to restore files, make sure you are installing something legitimate, tested, and true. First, delete Blend Ransomware. If you want to eliminate this malware yourself, check out this guide, but note that you have to find the launcher .exe file yourself because its location is unique from case to case. If you are not ready for manual removal, and if you understand that your system lacks reliable protection, install legitimate anti-malware software. It will get rid of the dangerous ransomware automatically, and you will not need to do more than click a button or two.

Removal Instructions

1. If you can identify the .exe launcher file, Delete it.
2. Delete all copies of the info.txt ransom note file.
3. Launch File Explorer by tapping Win+E keys.
4. Type %HOMEDRIVE% into the field at the top to access this directory.
5. Delete the ransom note file named Info.hta.
6. Move to %USERPROFILE%\Desktop\ and repeat step 5.
7. Move to the following directories/folder and Delete a malicious [unique name].exefile:
   • %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Application Data\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup\
   • %ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup\
   • %APPDATA%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup\
   • %LOCALAPPDATA%
8. Launch Run by tapping Win+R keys.
9. Type regedit into the dialog box and click OK to launch Registry Editor.
10. Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run.
11. Delete the [unique name] value linked to a malicious ransomware file.
12. Go to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run and repeat step 11.
13. Empty Recycle Bin and then perform a full system scan using a trusted malware scanner. Download Removal Tool100% FREE spyware scan and
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