How to remove .Derp file ransomware

About .Derp file ransomware

.Derp file ransomware will lock your files and demand that you make a payment in exchange for a decryption key. Ransomware in general is categorized as a highly dangerous infection due to its behavior. When you open the infected file, the ransomware immediately starts the encryption process of specific files. It is likely that all of your photos, videos and documents were encrypted because you probably see those files as the most vital. You’ll need to get a decryption key to recover files but unfortunately, the crooks who locked your files have it. Do not lose hope, however, as malware specialists might be able to create a free decryption tool. If you do not recall ever making copies of your files and do not plan on giving into the demands, that free decryptor might be your best option.

You will see a ransom note either on the desktop or in folders that have encrypted files. It’s certain that cyber crooks behind this ransomware intend to make as much money as possible, so you’ll be asked to pay for a decryptor if you want to restore your files. You won’t be surprised when told this but engaging with hackers isn’t something we encourage. Hackers simply taking your money while not helping you recover files isn’t impossible. And we expect that the money will encourage them to make more malware. A wiser investment would be backup. If backup is available, just terminate .Derp file ransomware and restore files.

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It is very possible you got the threat through spam email or fake updates for software that’s how it got into your device. The reason we say you most probably got it via those methods is because they are the most popular among hackers.

How does ransomware spread

You could acquire ransomware in a couple of different ways, but as we’ve mentioned previously, you probably got the contamination via bogus updates or spam emails. If spam email was how the ransomware got in, you will have to become familiar with how to differentiate dangerous spam. When dealing with unknown senders, you need to carefully check the email before opening the file attached. You ought to also know that hackers tend to pretend to be from well-known companies so as to make people lose their guard. The sender may claim to come from Amazon, and that they’re emailing you a receipt for a purchase you will not remember making. It isn’t hard to check whether it is really Amazon or another company. Check the sender’s email address, and whether it looks legitimate or not check that it actually is used by the company they say to be from. In addition, you need to scan attachments with reliable scanners before you open them.

If if spam email wasn’t how you got it, the malware could have slipped in via false software updates. Often, you’ll encounter the bogus updates on questionable websites. Those fake update offers are also often pushed through adverts and banners. It is highly doubtful anyone who knows how updates are suggested will ever fall for this trick, however. Your system will never be clean if you regularly download things from sources such as ads. Whenever software has to be updated, you’ll be alerted by the program itself or it will happen automatically.

What does this malware do

What happened was ransomware encrypted some of your files. The encryption process began as soon as the contaminated file was opened and it did not take long, meaning you might not have even noticed it. Files that were affected will have an extension attached to them, which will help you find out which files have been affected. Because of the complex encryption algorithm used, locked files will not be openable so easily. The ransom note, which should be placed either on your desktop or in folders containing encrypted files, ought to explain what happened to your files and what your options are. Ordinarily, ransom notes follow the same design, they initially explain that your files have been encrypted, ask for that you pay and then threaten to remove files permanently if a payment isn’t made. Even if the criminals have the only decryptor for your files, paying the ransom isn’t suggested. Take into account that you would be relying on the people to blame for your file encryption to recover them. We also wouldn’t be surprised if you were targeted again by the same criminals because they know you have paid once.

Before even considering paying, try to recall if you’ve stored some of your files anywhere. In the future, malicious software researchers may make a decryptor so keep your encrypted files stored somewhere. Delete .Derp file ransomware as soon as possible, no matter what you do.

It is rather important that you start doing routine backups, and hopefully you will learn from this experience. If you do not, you may be risking losing your files again. Backup prices vary depending in which form of backup you opt for, but the investment is definitely worth it if you have files you want to safekeep.

How to erase .Derp file ransomware

Attempting to manually erase the infection isn’t the best choice if you are not sure about what you’re doing. Anti-malware program ought to be used to remove the threat. If anti-malware program cannot be launched, you will have to load your computer in Safe Mode. After you launch malicious software removal program in Safe Mode, you should be able to successfully delete .Derp file ransomware. Keep in mind that anti-malware program will not help restore your files, it will only uninstall ransomware for you.

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Learn how to remove .Derp file ransomware from your computer

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

Step 1. Remove .Derp file ransomware using Safe Mode with Networking.

• a) Step 1. Access Safe Mode with Networking.
• b) Step 2. Remove .Derp file 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 .Derp file 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 .Derp file 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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