Kolobo Ransomware Removal (Data Recovery Included)

Kolobo Ransomware – Real Risks Associated with It

 

Gingerbread Ransomware has released its new variant – Kolobo Ransomware. This new variant was first discovered in November 2016. at the time writing, it had already become quite famous among cyber security experts and Windows users. Just right after invading computer, Kolobo Ransomware starts scanning and indexing certain types of files on the affected computer. Later on, on the command of C&C server controllers, the ransomware starts encoding files using a custom cipher made of combination of XOR and RSA algorithms. Further, it marks encoded files by appending '[email protected]' file extension. For instance, Superhero.jpg will be transcoded as '[email protected]'. Files having such extension become totally inaccessible, though neither you can modify them nor read them.

Taking advantages of this situation, Kolobo Ransomware demands ransom fee in a funny way. However, its ransom fee is not fixed, you will be asked to contact developers through above mentioned email id with your computer unique ID (public key). If you do so, ransomware attackers will make you believe that there is no other way to get back your files rather than purchasing private key (decryption key) from the developers. This deal will be offered to you for a short period of time afterwards the key will be destroyed permanently from the command and control servers. But you should note that displaying ransom text to the victims, is some sort of social engineering tactics. This malicious practice helps developers to generate a huge revenue.

Kolobo Ransomware – How to prevent attacks?

Adding Kolobo Ransomware onto your computer may be the better solution to avoid Kolobo Ransomware and other threat attacks. In so many cases, we noticed that computer users don't update Antivirus software. Some users disables security shield while installing pirated software/games and gets infected with various PC threats. Hence, we recommend computer users to keep Antivirus shield activated always. If Antivirus detect any infected files, you should move it to chest immediately. Also, avoiding double clicking spam email attachments might prevent ransomware attacks as well.

Finally, you should follow the given guide in order to delete Kolobo Ransomware and restore files without any trouble.

Free Scan your Windows PC to detect Kolobo Ransomware

 

How To Remove Kolobo Ransomware Virus Manually

Step 1 : Restart your computer in safe with networking

• Restart your computer and keep pressing F8 key continuously.

• You will find the Advance Boot Option on your computer screen.

• Select Safe Mode With Networking Option by using arrow keys.

• Login your computer with Administrator account.

Step 2 : Step all Kolobo Ransomware related process

• Press the Windows+R buttons together to open Run Box.

• Type “taskmgr” and Click OK or Hit Enter button.

• Now go to the Process tab and find out Kolobo Ransomware related process.

• Click on End Process button to stop that running process.

Step 3 : Restore Your Windows PC To Factory Settings

System Restore Windows XP

• Log on to Windows as Administrator.
• Click Start > All Programs > Accessories.

• Find System Tools and click System Restore.

• Select Restore my computer to an earlier time and click Next.

• Choose a restore point when system was not infected and click Next.

System Restore Windows 7/Vista

• Go to Start menu and find Restore in the Search box.

• Now select the System Restore option from search results.
• From the System Restore window, click the Next button.

• Now select a restore points when your PC was not infected.

• Click Next and follow the instructions.

System Restore Windows 8

• Go to the search box and type Control Panel.

• Select Control Panel and open Recovery Option.

• Now Select Open System Restore option.

• Find out any recent restore point when your PC was not infected.

• Click Next and follow the instructions.

System Restore Windows 10

• Right click the Start menu and select Control Panel.

• Open Control Panel and Find out the Recovery option.

• Select Recovery > Open System Restore > Next.

• Choose a restore point before infection Next > Finish.

Hope these manual steps help you successfully remove the Kolobo Ransomware infection from your computer. If you have performed all the above manual steps and still can’t access your files or cannot remove this nasty ransomware infection from your computer then you should choose a powerful malware removal tool. You can easily remove this harmful virus from your computer by using third party tool. It is the best and the most easy way to get rid of this infection.

If you have any further question regarding this threat or its removal then you can directly ask your question from our experts. A panel of highly experienced and qualified tech support experts are waiting to help you.