Delete Boot.Cryptolocker.AU from Windows PC Completely

Genuine Information Regarding Boot.Cryptolocker.AU

 

Boot.Cryptolocker.AU is a sort of detection name which indicates that your computer’s Master Boot Record (MBR) has been modified by Trojan.Cryptolocker.AU. If your Antivirus is throwing alert against this threat then you have to take essential action immediately otherwise you have to bear a huge data loss. Unluckily, the trojan horse was first discovered in August 2016 and still it is active because it has been spread all over the internet. When something go viral over Internet, it becomes nearly impossible to clean up the associated file. If you are using Windows 8 or later version then your computer might be safe from Boot.Cryptolocker.AU attacks but in case, you are using any of these Windows versions Windows 2000, Windows 7, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Vista, Windows XP then you should note that your computer is totally vulnerable.

Boot.Cryptolocker.AU

Boot.Cryptolocker.AU can be called as a malicious bootloader which is usually dropped by Trojan.Cryptolocker.AU. This trojan is ransomware-type virus that enciphers your files and demands ransom payment of 0.5 BTC in order to provide file decipher key (aka private key or decryption key). In order to notify victims, Boot.Cryptolocker.AU displays ransom message each time PC starts and blocks them from accessing their desktop. Its ransom note features phishing text “You had bad luck. There was crypting of all your files in a FS bootkit Virus”. However, freelancer security experts advise against paying off ransom for getting files back. If you pay to them once, they will target your computer again again as you will be in their easy target list.

Boot.Cryptolocker.AU – Intrusion Method

Boot.Cryptolocker.AU may arrive on your Microsoft Windows using some deceptive technique. They may send you Emails containing phishing text and attachment along with attention seeking Subject Line. When you load and execute such attachment in order to clear off your suspicion, your computer gets penetrated with Boot.Cryptolocker.AU. Since, these kinds of emails deliver exploit kit, payload, malicious script files. Moreover, you should not update your current operating system from redirected links or unknown source. Even, you should not update your existing applications from unverified links as well.

Most importantly, you should remove Boot.Cryptolocker.AU data encrypting trojan from your computer and keep real time protection provider software installed on your computer. Kindly, follow the given removal guide:

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Video Guide – Remove Boot.Cryptolocker.AU Completely from Your Computer

Steps to Remove Boot.Cryptolocker.AU

Step 1>> How to Boot Windows in Safe Mode to isolate Boot.Cryptolocker.AU

Step 2>> How to View Hidden Files created by Boot.Cryptolocker.AU

for Windows XP

  • Exit all Program and Go to Desktop
  • Select My Computer icon and Double Click to Open it
  • Click on the Tools Menu and now select and Click on Folder Options.
  • Select on View Tab that appears in New Window.
  • Check mark on the box next to Dispaly the Contents of System Folders
  • Now Check the box in order to Show Hidden Files and Folders
  • Now press on Apply and OK to close the Window.
  • As soon as these steps are performed, you can view the files and folders that were created by Boot.Cryptolocker.AU and hidden till now.

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for Windows Vista

  • Minimize all Window and Go to Desktop
  • Click on the Start Button which can be found in lower lef Corner having Windows Logo
  • Click on the Control Panel on the Menu and Open it
  • Control Panel can be opened in Classic View or Control Panel Home View.
  • If you have Selected Classic View, follow this
  • Double Click on the Folder icon to open it
  • Now select the view tab
  • Click on Option to Show Hidden Files or Folders
  • If you have Selected Control Panel Home View, follow this
  • Appearance and Personalization link is to be Clicked
  • Select on Show Hidden Files or Folders
  • Press Apply Option and then Click on OK.

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This will Show all the Folders including those created by Boot.Cryptolocker.AU

Know how to view Hidden Folders on Windows 7, Win 8 and Windows 10

(Following the above steps are necessary to view all the files created by Boot.Cryptolocker.AU and that is known to exist on Compromised PC.)

  • Open the Run Box by holding together the Start Key and R.

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  • Now Type and input appwiz.cpl and press on OK
  • This will take you to the Control Panel, Now Search for Suspicious programs or any entries related to Boot.Cryptolocker.AU. Unistall it once if you happen to find it. However be sure not to Uninstall any other program from the list.
  • In the Search Field, Type msconfig and press on Enter, this will pop-up a Window

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In the Startup Menu, Uncheck all the Boot.Cryptolocker.AU related entries or which are Unknown as Manufacturer.

Step 3>> Open the Run Box by Pressing Start Key and R in Combination

 

  1. Copy + Paste the following Command as
  2. notepad %windir%/system32/Drivers/etc/hosts and press on OK
  3. This will Open a new file. If your system has been hacked by Boot.Cryptolocker.AU, certain IP’s will be displayed which can be found in the bottom of the screen.

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Look for the suspicious IP that is present in your Localhost

Step 4>> How to Terminate Boot.Cryptolocker.AU Running Processes

  • Go the Processes Tab by pressing on CTRL+SHIFT+ESC Keys Together.
  • Look for the Boot.Cryptolocker.AU Running Processes.
  • Right Click on Boot.Cryptolocker.AU and End the Process.

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Step 5>> How to Remove Boot.Cryptolocker.AU Related Registry Entries

  • Open Registry by Typing Regedit in the Run box and Hit Enter Key

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  • This will open all the list of entries.
  • Now Find and search the entries created by Boot.Cryptolocker.AU and cautiously delete it.
  • Alternatively, you can manually search for it in the list to delete Boot.Cryptolocker.AU Manually.

Unfortunately, if you are unable to remove Boot.Cryptolocker.AU, Scan your PC Now

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