Remove Odveta ransomware

About this ransomware

Odveta ransomware is classified as file-locking ransomware. Ransomware in general is believed to be a highly dangerous threat due to the consequences it will bring. As soon as it launches, it’ll start encrypting certain file types. Ransomware has particular files it targets, and those are files that hold the most worth to users. A decryption key is required to unlock the files but unfortunately, it’s in the possession of hackers who infected your machine in the first place. Do not lose hope, however, as researchers specializing in malware may release a free decryptor at some point in time. In case, you haven’t made backup, waiting for that free decryption utility is probably your only choice.
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On your desktop or in folders holding encrypted files, you will find a ransom note. The malware authors/spreaders will clarify in the note that files have been encrypted and the only way to get them back is to purchase a decryption program. Despite the fact that there might be no other way to recover your files, paying hackers anything is not a great idea. We wouldn’t be shocked if the hackers just take your money. Furthermore, your money will go towards future criminal activity, which you might become victim of again. A better idea would be to buy backup with some of that requested money. If backup is an option for you, simply remove Odveta ransomware and recover files.

Fake updates and spam emails were likely used to spread the ransomware. Those two methods are the cause of most ransomware contaminations.

Ransomware spread ways

You can acquire ransomware in a couple of different ways, but as we’ve mentioned previously, you likely got the contamination via bogus updates or spam emails. If spam email was how you got the ransomware, you will need to learn how to spot malicious spam email. When you encounter senders you are not familiar with, you need to carefully check the email before opening the attachment. So as to make you less careful, cyber criminals will use recognizable company names in the email. For example, they may pretend to be Amazon and say that they have attached a receipt for a recent purchase to the email. If the sender is actually who they say they are, checking that will not be difficult. Research the company emailing you, check their used email addresses and see if your sender is legitimate. In addition, you need to use credible scanners to scan the email attachments before opening them.

It is also possible that the malware tricked you into installing a false software update. Dangerous web pages are the most probable place where you might have encountered the bogus update alerts. Frequently, the bogus update notifications also appear in banner or advert form. Nevertheless, because those notifications and ads seem quite fake, people familiar with how updates work will not fall for it. If you continue to download from suspicious sources, don’t be surprised if you end up with a contaminated computer again. Bear in mind that if an application needs to be updated, the software will either update by itself or alert you through the application, and definitely not via your browser.

What does this malware do

If you’re wondering what happened to your files, they were locked. Soon after the contaminated file was opened, the ransomware started the encryption process, possibly unknown to you. Files that have been affected will now have a file extension added to them, which will help you quickly see which files have been encrypted. Attempting to open those files will get you nowhere as they’ve been locked using a strong encryption algorithm. Information about file recovery will be provided in the ransom note. Ransomware notes are ordinarily all the same, they let the victim know about file encryption and threaten them with removing files if a payment is not made. Giving into the requests is not the best idea, even if hackers are in the possession of the decryptor. The people who encrypted your files in the first place will not feel obligated to restore them even if you pay. In addition, the cyber criminals could target you particularly in their future malware attacks, knowing that you’re inclined to give into the requests.

Before you even consider paying, check if you’ve stored some of your files anywhere. Our suggestion would be to store all of your encrypted files somewhere, for when or if specialists specializing in malware make a free decryption tool. Whichever option you choose, it is still necessary to eliminate Odveta ransomware.

We expect this experience will be a lesson, and you’ll begin routinely backing up your files. If you do not, you’ll end up in the same situation, with file loss becoming a likelihood. Backup prices vary based on in which backup option you pick, but the investment is certainly worth it if you have files you don’t want to lose.

Odveta ransomware elimination

If you do not have much experience with computers, attempting manual elimination may end in disaster. Employ anti-malware to get rid of the infection, instead. If you cannot launch the software, reboot your system in Safe Mode and try again. As soon as your system loads in Safe Mode, scan your system and remove Odveta ransomware once it is identified. Ransomware removal won’t help with file recovery, however.

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Learn how to remove Odveta ransomware from your computer

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

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

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