Get rid of PUBG ransomware

Is file-encoding malware really that damaging

PUBG ransomware might be the ransomware that encrypted your files. The most likely way you got the ransomware was via spam emails and bogus downloads. Ransomware is one of the most damaging malicious programs you could have because it encrypts files, and requests that you pay to get them back. If back up is something you routinely do, or if malware researchers release a free decryptor, file-recovery should not be complicated. You not having backup may lead to data loss as data recovery using other means isn’t always achievable. Paying for the presented decryptor won’t necessarily lead to data decoding so take that into consideration if you opt to pay. There are a lot of of cases when file-encrypting malware creators just take the money and leave files locked. Instead of paying, a better option would be to remove PUBG ransomware from your computer.

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What does file-encrypting malware do

Ransomware implements a very basic method to spread its malevolence and that commonly is spam email. Malevolent program makers add infected files to an email and send it to to hundreds or even thousands of users. When you open the the file attached to the email, the file-encrypting malware downloads onto the machine. If you open all emails and attachments you get, your system might be put in jeopardy. Learn how to spot safe and infected emails, look for grammatical mistakes and Dear Customer, used instead of your name. No matter how valid the email can appear, be cautious of senders who push you to download the attachment. Just be vigilant when dealing with email attachments and ensure they are secure before you open them. Another way to get infected with file-encrypting malware is by downloading from unsecure websites, which could be easily compromised. You should only download from dependable websites if you want to avoid ransomware.

As would most ransomware do, this one will begin encoding your data as soon as it infects your computer. Images, documents and videos will be targets, so expect to not be able to open them. After encoding, you should be able to locate a ransom note, if it does not launch on its own, it ought to be found in all folders that hold the encoded data. If you have bumped into ransomware before, you will know that the hackers will ask for payment to decode your files. When dealing with hackers, there are no reassurances about how they will behave. Therefore, paying isn’t a good idea. You aren’t guaranteed to receive a decoding application even if you give them money, so take that into account. Do not be shocked if you pay and get nothing in return, because really, what’s preventing hackers from simply taking your money. Had you had backup, you can just abolish PUBG ransomware and proceed to recover the data. If you don’t have backup, it would be wiser to invest the ransom sum into dependable backup after you erase PUBG ransomware.

How to eliminate PUBG ransomware

You will need to obtain professional malware removal software if you wish to completely abolish PUBG ransomware. The process of manual PUBG ransomware uninstallation might be too complex to carry out securely, so we don’t suggest it. We ought to note, however, that the security application will not decrypt your files, it will only remove PUBG ransomware

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Learn how to remove PUBG ransomware from your computer

• Step 1. Remove PUBG ransomware using Safe Mode with Networking.
• Step 2. Remove PUBG ransomware using System Restore
• Step 3. Recover your data

Step 1. Remove PUBG ransomware using Safe Mode with Networking.

• a) Step 1. Access Safe Mode with Networking.
• b) Step 2. Remove PUBG ransomware.

a) Step 1. Access Safe Mode with Networking.

For Windows 7/Vista/XP

1. Start → Shutdown → Restart → OK.
2. Press and keep pressing F8 until Advanced Boot Options appears.
3. Choose Safe Mode with Networking

For Windows 8/10 users

1. Press the power button that appears at the Windows login screen. Press and hold Shift. Click Restart.
2. Troubleshoot → Advanced options → Startup Settings → Restart.
3. Choose Enable Safe Mode with Networking.

b) Step 2. Remove PUBG ransomware.

You will now need to open your browser and download some kind of anti-malware software. Choose a trustworthy one, install it and have it scan your computer for malicious threats. When the ransomware is found, remove it. If, for some reason, you can't access Safe Mode with Networking, go with another option.

Step 2. Remove PUBG ransomware using System Restore

• a) Step 1. Access Safe Mode with Command Prompt.
• b) Step 2. Restore files and settings.

a) Step 1. Access Safe Mode with Command Prompt.

For Windows 7/Vista/XP

1. Start → Shutdown → Restart → OK.
2. Press and keep pressing F8 until Advanced Boot Options appears.
3. Select Safe Mode with Command Prompt.

For Windows 8/10 users

1. Press the power button that appears at the Windows login screen. Press and hold Shift. Click Restart.
2. Troubleshoot → Advanced options → Startup Settings → Restart.
3. Choose Enable Safe Mode with Command Prompt.

b) Step 2. Restore files and settings.

1. You will need to type in cd restore in the window that appears. Press Enter.
2. Type in rstrui.exe and again, press Enter.
3. A window will pop-up and you should press Next. Choose a restore point and press Next again.
4. Press Yes.

While this should have taken care of the ransomware, you might want to download anti-malware just to be sure no other threats are lurking.  

Step 3. Recover your data

• a) Using Data Recovery Pro to recover encrypted files.
• b) Restore files through Windows Previous Versions
• c) Using Shadow Explorer to recover files

While backup is essential, there is still quite a few users who do not have it. If you are one of them, you can try the below provided methods and you just might be able to recover files.

a) Using Data Recovery Pro to recover encrypted files.

1. Download Data Recovery Pro, preferably from a trustworthy website.
2. Scan your device for recoverable files.
3. Recover them.

b) Restore files through Windows Previous Versions

If you had System Restore enabled, you can recover files through Windows Previous Versions.

1. Find a file you want to recover.
2. Right-click on it.
3. Select Properties and then Previous versions.
4. Pick the version of the file you want to recover and press Restore.

c) Using Shadow Explorer to recover files

If you are lucky, the ransomware did not delete your shadow copies. They are made by your system automatically for when system crashes.

1. Go to the official website (shadowexplorer.com) and acquire the Shadow Explorer application.
2. Set up and open it.
3. Press on the drop down menu and pick the disk you want.
4. If folders are recoverable, they will appear there. Press on the folder and then Export.

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