What is Reco Ransomware?
When Reco Ransomware slithers in and encrypts files, the “.reco” extension is added to their names. This extension is a marker that is added so that victims of this malware could discover the corrupted files right away. Other than that, the extension has no significance, and if you remove it from the original name of the file, nothing will change. You will only have wasted your time. In order to restore the files back to normal, victims need a decryptor. At this time, as Anti-Spyware-101.com researchers inform, a tool capable of restoring some of the files for free exists. The so-called STOP Ransomware Decryptor should be able to restore the files corrupted with an offline key. Do you know where the name of this tool comes from? The name STOP Ransomware is used as an umbrella name to recognize different file-encrypting infections that appear to be controlled by the same attackers. If you continue reading, you will learn about these infections, as well as how to delete Reco Ransomware from the Windows operating system.
How does Reco Ransomware work?
Reco Ransomware is basically identical to Boot Ransomware, Karl Ransomware, Kuub Ransomware, Seto Ransomware, and hundreds of other infections from the STOP Ransomware family. The only difference between these threats is the extension added to the files they corrupt. Every single one of these threats creates a file named “_readme.txt,” and the message inside is always the same. First, victims of this malware are informed: “ATTENTION! Don't worry, you can return all your files!” Without a doubt, this gives hope, but when it comes to this malware, hope is the last thing you should rely on. The infection encrypts files using a complex encryption algorithm, and that is why victims cannot restore files manually, and normal file-reading programs cannot read them either. The purpose of the infection is to encrypt files so that the attackers behind it could demand money. According to the Reco Ransomware ransom note, if you send a special ID code to gerentosrestore@firemail.cc or gorentos@bitmessage.ch, wait for additional instructions, and then pay the ransom of $490 within 72 hours, you will be given a decryptor. Would that happen? Cybercriminals are unpredictable, but we would bet that they would not help victims.
As you already know, the STOP Ransomware Decryptor exists, and it is possible that all of your personal files could be restored for free. There is another option. Perhaps, you could have the corrupted files replaced with backup copies? It is imperative to create backups because there are all kinds of infections that can damage them. For one, most ransomware infections – unlike Reco Ransomware – are undecryptable. Then, we have wipers that delete all files and make it impossible to recover them at all. It is also important to note that sometimes we lose important files, and if backups do not exist, getting them back might be impossible. Relying on internal backups is not recommended because there are infections that can corrupt them too. On the other hand, if you use external or online backups, and you do not accidentally connect to them while malware is active, you should have copies to fall back onto. Hopefully, that is how you have handled your own files, and now you can replace the corrupted files after removing Reco Ransomware.
How to delete Reco Ransomware
We cannot know for sure whether or not you will be able to remove Reco Ransomware on your own. That depends on your ability to identify malware components. If you are not experienced, you have the option of installing anti-malware software. If it is legitimate and up-to-date, it will automatically delete Reco Ransomware and other threats that might be active. While ransomware usually spreads with the help of malicious downloaders, unreliable emails, or unpatched vulnerabilities, other infections have been known to drop this kind of malware too. So, even if you decide to delete the file-encryptor manually, we still recommend employing anti-malware software. If other threats exist, it will delete them instantly. Furthermore, it will protect you against new attacks too. As long as your system is protected and your files are backed up, we hope that you will evade the ill will of cybercriminals.
Removal Instructions
- Delete the file that launched the infection (e.g., a spam email file attachment).
- Simultaneously tap Win+E keys to access Explorer and enter %homedrive% into the field at the top.
- Delete the _readme.txt file and the SystemID folder.
- Enter %localappdata% into the field at the top and Delete the [random name] folder created by the threat.
- Empty Recycle Bin and then quickly perform a full system scan using a trusted malware scanner.
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