What is Nvram Ransomware?
Nvram Ransomware is a malicious computer infection. Users download and install this ransomware themselves, but they are not aware of it at first. After all, who in their right mind would ever download a malicious infection willingly?
However, if you happen to have this program on your computer, it’s about time you remove Nvram Ransomware once and for all. You should also look for ways to restore your files, and then protect your system from other potential infections. Please note that investing in a licensed security tool is a must, but it is not enough to ensure that ransomware doesn’t enter your computer again.
Where does Nvram Ransomware come from?
Lately, we have been dealing with ransomware programs from certain families. Nvram Ransomware also comes from a big group of similar infections. It’s called the Crysis or Dharma Ransomware family. All programs from this group are rather similar. We do know for sure that Nvram Ransomware is almost identical to Wiki Ransomware, MGS Ransomware, Jack Ransomware, and many other programs from the same batch.
What’s more, all these apps employ similar distribution methods. It is very likely that Nvram Ransomware reaches its victims via spam email attachments. It means that spam emails distribute this infection land in the potential victim’s inbox. Normally, spam emails are filtered into the Junk folder, but if they land in the main inbox, there is a bigger chance that users will open them.
Because of that, we have to learn how to notice various signs that denote a potential threat. For one, it should be clear that a spam email that distributes Nvram Ransomware normally comes with an urgent message. For example, the email might try to urge to check some invoice document. Maybe there is some financial report you should check too. And if you do not double-check whether you were really supposed to receive that document, there is a good chance that you would download and open it blindly.
While it is true that we open a lot of important documents every single day, we should still double-check whether the documents are safe. For that, you can always scan the received files with an antispyware scanner. Although the file opening process will be longer, it will be safer, and you will definitely avoid the likes of Nvram Ransomware.
What does Nvram Ransomware do?
If unfortunately, Nvram Ransomware enters your system, this program will kill your Task Manager, and then it will encrypt most of your personal files. In that aspect, the program works just like any other ransomware program from the same family. It even displays the same ransom note. There are two ransom notes in this family. First, it comes in the TXT format file, and this ransom note is dropped on your desktop. The other note is displayed in a separate window once the encryption is complete. This message is practically identical across all Dharma Ransomware infections. Here’s an extract from it:
All your files have been encrypted due to a security problem with your PC. If you want to restore them, write us to the e-mail clifieb@tutanota.com
Write this ID in the title of your message [INFECTION ID]
You have to pay for decryption in Bitcoins. The price depends on how fast you write to us. After payment we will send you the decryption tool that will decrypt all your files.
Needless to say, you should never contact these criminals. Although there is no public decryption tool available for this application at the moment that is no reason to trust these people. Not to mention that paying the ransom would only encourage them to create more malicious programs.
How do I remove Nvram Ransomware?
The manual removal process for Nvram Ransomware is a bit cumbersome. Users need to check various directories for the files related to this infection. If you do not want to deal with that on your own, simply acquire a security tool that will help you remove Nvram Ransomware automatically.
If you have a file backup, you can also delete the encrypted files and transfer the healthy copies of your data back into your computer. On the other hand, if you need help with file recovery, please do not hesitate to address a professional.
Manual Nvram Ransomware Removal
- Delete the file that launched the infection.
- Remove the FILES ENCRYPTED.txt file from Desktop.
- Press Win+R and enter these directories into the Open box. Press OK:
%AppData%
%AppData%\Microsoft\Windows\Start menu\Programs\Startup
%ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Application Data\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup
%ALLUSERSPROFILE%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup
%WINDIR%\System32 - From those directories, remove the Info.hta file and the random EXE file.
- Press Win+R and enter regedit. Press OK.
- Open HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run.
- Delete the values with the entry names mentioned in step 5.
- Use SpyHunter to perform a full system scan.
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