Remove Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware With This Guide

Threat Analysis For: Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware

Name	Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware
Category	Ransomware
Ransom Money	.125 Bitcoin
Spreads By	SUPERAntiSpyware
Extension	.onion
Detection	Free Download Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware Scanner

Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware is a newly discovered malware that has file encryption capabilities. It was discovered in September 2018 and spreads itself in a unique way which has not been previously seen among threats belonging to ransomware category. Usually ransomware spreads itself through exploit kits, fake spam mails or through attack on system. Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware uses an anti virus application named as SUPERAntiSpyware to attract users and install itself. The payload of the ransomware can also be found online on the official site of the application. Users who have downloaded the application from the official site and installed it have been infected by the ransomware.

Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware functions in the same way as other malware which belong to this category. The ransomware makes several changes to the system settings that allows it to encrypt files. Upon encrypting the files with a strong encryption algorithm it leaves behind a ransom note that informs uses regarding the attack and gives detail about the future course of action. Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware uses an extension named as '.onion' to append to all the encrypted files. It follows a unique file naming process to carry this out. The files are named using a pattern 00000000-lock.onion and 00000001-Lock.onion and so on. This pattern is repeated in each of the folders where files are encrypted. Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware uses a ransom note named as '# How to Decrypt Files.html'. The ransomware informs users that only the decryptor and private decryption key will be able to decrypt their files. Users are asked to pay a ransom amount of .125 Bitcoins in exchange of the decryption software. A bitcoin wallet address has been provided in which money needs to be transferred. The email [email protected] can be used to contact the developers behind Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware after the ransom amount has been paid.

Users should avoid paying any ransom money or contacting the developers at the above mentioned email. The threat actors can chose to avoid users after the ransom has been paid. They can even send a malware in form of the decryption software which can be used to harm the system. Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware informs users of Common Wealth Independent States or Iran not to pay any ransom amount in exchange that they provide passport or national ID and they can avail the decryption tool for free. Although this not a sensible idea and users should instead use this guide to remove Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware.

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A: How To Remove Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware From Your PC

Step: 1 How to Reboot Windows in Safe Mode with Networking.

• Click on Restart button to restart your computer
• Press and hold down the F8 key during the restart process.

• From the boot menu, select Safe Mode with Networking using the arrow keys.

Step: 2 How to Kill Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware Related Process From Task Manager

• Press Ctrl+Alt+Del together on your keyboard

• It will Open Task manager on Windows
• Go to Process tab, find the Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware related Process.

• Now click on on End Process button to close that task.

Step: 3 Uninstall Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware From Windows Control Panel

• Visit the Start menu to open the Control Panel.

• Select Uninstall a Program option from Program category.

• Choose and remove all Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware related items from list.

B: How to Restore Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware Encrypted Files

Method: 1 By Using ShadowExplorer

After removing Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware from PC, it is important that users should restore encrypted files. Since, ransomware encrypts almost all the stored files except the shadow copies, one should attempt to restore original files and folders using shadow copies. This is where ShadowExplorer can prove to be handy.

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• Once downloaded, install ShadowExplorer in your PC
• Double Click to open it and now select C: drive from left panel

• In the date filed, users are recommended to select time frame of atleast a month ago
• Select and browse to the folder having encrypted data
• Right Click on the encrypted data and files
• Choose Export option and select a specific destination for restoring the original files

Method:2 Restore Windows PC to Default Factory Settings

Following the above mentioned steps will help in removing Kraken Cryptor 1.5 Ransomware from PC. However, if still infection persists, users are advised to restore their Windows PC to its Default Factory Settings.

System Restore in 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.

Method:3 Using Data Recovery Software

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We understand how important is data for you. Incase the encrypted data cannot be restored using the above methods, users are advised to restore and recover original data using data recovery software.

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