Get Rid of VisionCrypt Ransomware and Retrieve ‘.VisionCrypt’ Files (Free Guide)

In-Depth Investigation on VisionCrypt Ransomware

 

Early, security analyst Lawrence Abrams discovered VisionCrypt Ransomware in the wild which is using AES-128 encryption cipher to encrypt certain types of files and generate 128-bit long private key and public key. Hence, it becomes nearly impossible to break out its coding pattern. At the time of writing, there was free decryptor software released specifically against the VisionCrypt file encoder virus. Though, you can either wait or make use of alternative options to recover your files having '.VisionCrypt' extension. Please make a note that following successful attack, this ransomware creates malicious registry entries and autorun file without your permission. Next, it starts scanning process and indexes compatible files location and send this data to a remote server operated by its developers.

Later on, server operators create a Window configurable file which contains commands. This file is receive by the ransomware as an update. Finally, the ransomware starts data encryption process with the help of AES-128 encryption engine. When the encryption is completed, the VisionCrypt Ransomware displays ransom message on your PC screen entitled as “CLOSING OF THIS PROGRAM WILL REMOVE ALL CHANCE OF FILE RETRIEVAL.” It suggests you to contact ransomware authors and send your Victims ID along with screenshot of $25 USD in Bitcoins within 48 hours. It is possible that you might go for paying off ransom because it's a small amount. But I am sure that you will change your mind after knowing that VisionCrypt Ransomware can log your keystrokes and steal your online banking credentials without your knowledge. Thus, you should avoid paying off ransom. Even more, there is no guarantee that after receiving ransom payment, cyber extortionist will deliver you a proper private key (aka Decryption password).

Avoiding VisionCrypt Ransomware Attacks

VisionCrypt virus is mainly being spread through spam campaigns. If you are in the list of potential victim of the ransomware then you may receive an email containing exploit kit or macro-enabled doc as attachment. The email may also contain phishing message that might drive you crazy for double click the attachment. When you do so, your Windows system gets compromised with VisionCrypt Ransomware. Therefore, you should avoid double click such attachments arrive from unknown/suspicious source. Also, you need to avoid installing fake updates from unexpectedly redirected websites. Above all, you need to keep your Antimalware up-to-date to latest virus definition database and activated to fight against malware attacks.

Now you should follow VisionCrypt Ransomware deletion and data recovery guide provided below:

Free Scan your Windows PC to detect VisionCrypt Ransomware

 

Remove VisionCrypt Ransomware From Your PC

Step 1: Remove VisionCrypt 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 VisionCrypt 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 VisionCrypt Ransomware

• Press Alt+Ctrl+Del buttons together.

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

Step 4 : Remove VisionCrypt Ransomware Virus From Registry Entry

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

• Type “regedit” and click OK button.

• Find and remove VisionCrypt 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 VisionCrypt 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 VisionCrypt 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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