Delete BlockFile12 Ransomware and Restore ‘.block_file12’ Extension Files

BlockFile12 Ransomware – Malicious Doings

 

BlockFile12 Ransomware is considered as file encoder virus that encodes files using a military grade encryption cipher and asks to pay off unspecified ransom amount. Actually, its ransom amount varies on the data size. Evidently, it performs same array of operations as the in famous Cerber ransomware. You should note that all file encoder viruses (ransomware) are alike and their common aim is to convince users into paying off ransom after encryption their important files saved in commonly used data containers such as Pictures, Videos, Music, Compressed, Database and other containers manually created by users.

You should also know that following successful encryption, BlockFile12 Ransomware appends '.block_file12' suffix to mark encoded files. It also generates a highly secured Private key and Public key. The private is only stored on C & C server while Public key is dropped on your desktop along with ransom note document named 'HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txt'. Its ransom note only suggest you to write an email to [email protected] in case you want to decode your files. It renames files in this format – [email protected]===.block_file12.

Is It Safe to Make Deal with BlockFile12 Ransomware Developers?

Of course not, you should never make contact with the ransomware developers or pay off ransom to them. Evidently, the ransomware come along with Keyloggers and other spyware which might log your key strokes while making ransom payment using affected computer. Hence, you should avoid making payment to them. It is worth mentioning that BlockFile12 Ransomware developers only accept payment via Bitcoin base accounts. And to access bitcoin server, you will be suggested to use TOR browser which support cyber criminals since the beginning. Even, they are not trustworthy. What if they don't deliver you Private key/ Decryptor software even after getting paid. There is nothing you can do about it. Thus, it is better to use alternative options to decode your files which far safer than hoping to receive private key from cyber punks.

Therefore, to avoid BlockFile12 Ransomware attacks, you just need to secure your computer with a multi-layered security software. Now, it is the time to use BlockFile12 Ransomware removal guide provided below:

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Remove BlockFile12 Ransomware From Your PC

Step 1: Remove BlockFile12 Ransomware in Safe Mode with Command Prompt

• First of all disconnect your PC with network connection.
• Click restart button and keep pressing F8 key regularly while system restart.

• You will see “Windows Advanced Options Menu” on your computer screen.

• Select “Safe Mode with Command Prompt” and press Enter key.

• You must login your computer with Administrator account for full privilege.

• Once the Command Prompt appears then type rstrui.exe and press Enter

• Now follow the prompts on your screen to complete system restore.

Step 2: Remove BlockFile12 Ransomware using MSConfig in Safe Mode:

• Power off your computer and restart again.
• While booting press the “F8 key” continuously to open “Windows Advanced Options Menu”.

• Use the arrow keys to select “Safe Mode” option and press Enter key.

• Once system get started go to Start menu. Type “msconfig” in the search box and launch the application.

• Go to the Startup tab and look for files from %AppData% or %Temp% folders using rundll32.exe. See an example below:

C:\Windows\System32\rundll32.exe C:\Users\username\appdata\local\temp\regepqzf.dll,H1N1

• Disable all the malicious entries and save the changes.
• Now restart your computer normally.

Step 3 : Kill Malicious Process Related To BlockFile12 Ransomware

• Press Alt+Ctrl+Del buttons together.

• It will open the Task manager on your screen.
• Go to Process Tab and find BlockFile12 Ransomware related process.
• Click the End Process Now button to stop the running process.

Step 4 : Remove BlockFile12 Ransomware Virus From Registry Entry

• Press “Windows + R” key together to open Run Box.

• Type “regedit” and click OK button.

• Find and remove BlockFile12 Ransomware related entries.

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnceEx

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunServices

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunServicesOnce

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer\Run

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Runonce

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunServices

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunServicesOnce

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer\Run

Now hopefully you have completely removed the BlockFile12 Ransomware virus from your computer. If you are still get ransom message from the threat or unable to access your files, then it means that virus still remain into your computer. In such situation you don’t have any other option except removing this virus using any powerful malware removal tool.

Whereas if you have any backup of your infected or encrypted files, then you can also reinstall your Windows OS. This will erase all your files and data as along with the BlockFile12 Ransomware infection. You will get a completely empty computer system with no files. Now you can use your backup to get your files. If you don’t have any backup then using malware removal tool is a better option for you.

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