Nuclear Ransomware Removal Expert Solution (Including File Decryption Guide)

 

Introduction of Nuclear Ransomware

Nuclear Ransomware is a newly discovered ransomware by most popular malware researcher Michael Gillespie. It is another variant of BTCWare ransomware that appends .[affiliate_email].nuclear file extension to the end of the encrypted files. This variant of ransomware has proved as the most popular tool for the cyber hacker. It has the ability to infect almost all version of Windows OS including Windows Vista, XP, Server, NT, Me, 7, 8 and 10. Similar to the other variant of BTCWare ransomware, it has been also created by the team of cyber offenders having sole intention to earn online money.

Infection Flow of Nuclear Ransomware

Once getting inside the Windows Computer successfully, it scans PC in depth and target various file formats including audios, videos, PDFs, database, document, excels etc. It renames the targeted file extension and makes them inaccessible. On the successful file encryption procedure, this ransomware opens a pop-up windows which contains a ransom demanding message. See the text presented within the ransom message :

Depth Analysis of Ransom Message Demanded By Nuclear Ransomware

The ransom message informs victims about the file encryption and states that victims can restore their files after paying the ransom money. It uses symmetric or asymmetric cryptography to encrypts files and to decrypt them an unique key is required. The team of cyber hacker are usually store such a key in the remote server and demand for the huge amount of ransom fee. The cost of ransom message varies according to user but supposedly costs depends on the victims how fast they contact with this ransomware developers. The message also allow victims to attach 3 selected files for the free decryption. Bear in your mind that it is only used to attract user. Malware researcher revealed that hackers ignore victims after the successful payment. Therefore, paying money does not guarantee to restore the file. Rather than making a deal with remote attackers, you should get rid of Nuclear Ransomware.

Infiltration Techniques of Nuclear Ransomware

The creator of Nuclear Ransomware uses several advanced method to attack Windows PC. It usually employs along with the spam email containing malicious attachments or suspicious links. When you open any attachments or messages in your inbox that sent via unknown person or sender then it secretly lurks inside your System without your awareness. Your System may also infected with such a ransomware when you download any cost-free application from trusted or untrusted sources by choosing default of standard installation mode, open any malicious links, click on any suspicious ads, open torrent hackers, visit gambling or porn site, share file over the P2P network etc. Apart from these, it uses other tricky ways to attack Windows System.

 

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How To Remove Nuclear 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 Nuclear 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 Nuclear 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 Nuclear 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.