Remove BBC ransomware

Is BBC ransomware a dangerous malware

BBC ransomware ransomware will do serious harm to your data as it’ll encrypt them. Because of how easy it is to catch the threat, ransomware is categorized as a highly severe infection. When you open the infected file, the ransomware will right away start file encryption in the background. Ransomware has particular files it targets, and those files are the most valuable to people. You’ll need to get a specialized decryption key to recover files but sadly, it is in the possession of people who are are to blame for the attack. If the ransomware can be cracked, researchers specializing in malware might be able to develop a free decryptor. It is not certain if or when a decryptor will be released but that might be your only option if backup hasn’t been made.

In addition to the encrypted files, a ransom note will also be placed somewhere on your operating system. The malware creators/spreaders will explain in the note that files have been encrypted and the only way to get them back is to buy a decryption tool. Our next statement will not shock you but it isn’t suggested to engage with criminals. If you do decide to give into the demands, do not expect to receive the decryption tool because cyber crooks can simply take your money. They may guarantee to send you a decryptor but who will guarantee that promise will be kept. If backup isn’t an option to you, using the demanded money to buy it might be wiser. If you have made backup, you might just erase BBC ransomware and proceed to file recovery.

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The spread methods used will be explained more thoroughly later on but in short you likely fell for a fake update or opened a dangerous spam email. Those two methods are the cause of most ransomware contaminations.

Ransomware spread ways

You can get infected in a couple of different ways, but as we’ve said above, spam email and fake updates are possibly the way you got the infection. If spam email was how you got the ransomware, you will have to become familiar with how malicious spam email looks like. Before you open the attachment, you need to carefully check the email. Senders of dangerous spam oftentimes pretend to be from known companies to create trust and make people lower their guard. They may claim to be Amazon, and that they have attached a receipt for a purchase you didn’t make. If the sender is who they say they are, it will not be hard to check. Research the company the sender says to be from, check their used email addresses and see if your sender is real. We also advise you to scan the attachment with some kind of malicious software scanner.

Another method often used is false updates. The fake software updates can be encountered when visiting pages with questionable reputation. Oftentimes, the bogus update notifications also appear in banner or advert form. Still, for those who knows that no actual updates will ever be suggested this way, such fake alerts will be obvious. If you continually download from unreliable sources, do not be shocked if you end up with an infected device again. Keep in mind that if software needs an update, the application will either automatically update or alert you through the software, and certainly not via your browser.

How does this malware behave

You’re probably well aware of what happened to your files. File encrypting could have happened without you noticing, right after the infected file was opened. An extension will be added to all files that have been affected. If your files have been locked, you will not be able to open them so easily as a strong encryption algorithm was used. Information about how to recover your files should be on the ransom note. Ransomware notes ordinarily follow the same pattern, they let the victim know that files have been locked and threaten them with file elimination if money is not paid. Even if the crooks hold they key for restoring your files, giving into the requests is not suggested. Relying on people to blame for locking your files to keep their end of the bargain isn’t exactly the best idea. Criminals might take into account that you paid and target you again specifically, thinking you’ll pay again.

Before even thinking about paying, check storage devices you have such as cloud and social media ones to see if you have simply forgotten about them. We advise you store all of your encrypted files somewhere, for when or if malicious software specialists develop a free decryptor. It’s essential to erase BBC ransomware whatever the case may be.

Doing regular backups is rather important so hopefully you will begin doing that. If you don’t, you may end up losing your files again. A couple of backup options are available, and they are quite worth the purchase if you want to keep your files safe.

How to erase BBC ransomware

It is not advised to try manual removal, unless you’re an advanced user. Download and have anti-malware program to take care of everything because otherwise, you might cause more harm. You might have to load your device in Safe Mode so as to successfully launch the anti-malware program. Scan your computer, and when it is found, eliminate BBC ransomware. However unfortunate it may be, anti-malware program can’t help you restore files as that’s not its intention.

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Learn how to remove BBC ransomware from your computer

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

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

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