Delete WAmarlocked Extension Virus From Windows PC (Ransomware Removal Guide)

 

Brief Note on WAmarlocked Extension Virus

WAmarlocked Extension Virus is a recently identified ransomware that seems to be based on an open source project named as "Hidden Tear". The name of this ransomware depends on its file extension that used to encrypt stored files. These days, most of the Windows PC has been infected with this ransomware which also known as Balbaz Ransomware. The interface of this ransomware is too much similar with the WannaCry virus. Does not matter what OS you are using because it has the ability to affect almost all version of Windows Operating Systems such as windows Server 2000, Server 2002, Server 2005, Server 2008, XP, Vista, NT, Me, 7, 8 and the latest version of OS.

Potential Sources of WAmarlocked Extension Virus Transmission

WAmarlocked Extension Virus uses several deceptive and tricky method to attack Windows System but some of the most common distribution methods are listed below :

1. Bundling method
2. Pirated software or torrent-hackers
3. Spam campaigns
4. Malvertising sites
5. Exploit kits
6. Drive-by-downloads, file sharing sources, infected devices, hacked sites and much more.

Infection flow of WAmarlocked Extension Virus

WAmarlocked Extension Virus uses highly advanced AES encryption algorithm to encrypt various files including images, videos, PDFs, databases, excels, audios etc by appending ".wamarlocked" file extension. Once the files are encrypted successfully, it drops ransom note in program windows and text file entitled as "Ransomware BALBAZ 1.00 program window" and "READ_IT.txt", . The text file informs victims about the encrypted files and hacked PC. See how "Ransomware BALBAZ 1.00 program window" looks like :

Depth Analysis of "Ransomware BALBAZ 1.00 program window"

The displayed program window states that ransom note is displayed by the WannaCry. It says System users that they have to forward $200 within the 7 days. It also mentioned that the unique and private decryption key will be destroyed if you don't pay ransom amount within the provided time period. However, you should not pay ransom fee under any circumstances because there is no any assurances that you will get the decryption tool or tool works effectively even paying off the huge amount of ransom fee. Data recovery is possible using the backup copy but if you have no any backup of your crucial data then you should delete WAmarlocked Extension Virus from your compromised machine immediately rather than making a deal with the remote attacker.

 

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How To Remove WAmarlocked Extension Virus 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 WAmarlocked Extension Virus 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 WAmarlocked Extension Virus 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 WAmarlocked Extension Virus 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.