Removing Petruk Ransomware Manually

 

All Important Facts of Petruk Ransomware That You Must Know

Petruk Ransomware is an updated or latest variant of its Ransomware family that uses the family file extension to lock almost all users content such as PDFs, images, audios, videos, documents, databases, PDFs and many more. Like its predecessor, it is designed in such a way that it can compromise almost all version of System based on Windows OS. It locks users all files using strong AES cipher algorithm and then it convince the affected users or victims to pay USD in BitCoin in about few days time. The primary objective of this ransomware is to set a deadline in order to pay ransom and if victims doesn’t complies, its creators threaten victims to destroy the file decryption key.

Transmission Preferences of Petruk Ransomware

Petruk Ransomware is too much identical to original threat except for new C&C server configuration and the new extension added to System file names. Being a part of the ransomware family, its developers uses lots of tricky and deceptive ways but mainly the payload is distributed via corrupted MS Word files and spam emails. Spam emails contains dubious attachment and malicious scripts. Opening of any spam message may lead you to this infection. Its developers uses lots of distribution channels to compromise Windows machine but mainly spread via Internet. Therefore, System users must be attentive while performing the online operation.

Actions Performed By Petruk Ransomware

• Enters inside the PC silently.
• Scans Windows PC in deep.
• Petruk Ransomware target almost all file types.
• Uses family file extension to lock almost all content.
• Renames original file name.
• Produces a program window.
• Degrades System working speed.
• Petruk Ransomware throws several fake security alerts, notifications or messages.
• Disables all firewall settings etc.

How To Remove Petruk Ransomware From Your PC

Start 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.

• Now your computer will get started in Safe Mode with Networking.

End Petruk Ransomware Related Process From Task Manager

• Press Ctrl+Alt+Del together on your keyboard.

 

• Task manager Windows will get opened on your computer screen.
• Go to Precess tab, find the Petruk Ransomware related Process.

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

Uninstall Petruk Ransomware From Windows 7 Control Panel

• Visit the Start menu to open the Control Panel.

• Select Uninstall a Program option from Program category.

• Choose and remove all Petruk Ransomware related items from list.

Uninstall Petruk Ransomware From Windows 8 Control Panel

• On right edge of screen, Click on Search button and type “Control Panel”.

• Now choose the Uninstall a Program option from Programs category.

• Find and delete Petruk Ransomware related items from the programs list.

Delete Petruk Ransomware From Windows 10 Control Panel

• Click on Start button and search Control Panel from Search Box.

• Got to Programs and select the Uninstall a Program option.

• Select and Remove all Petruk Ransomware related programs.

Remove Petruk Ransomware Related Registry Entries

• Press Windows+R buttons together to open Run Box

• Type “regedit” and click OK button.

• Select and remove all Petruk Ransomware related entries.

Remove Petruk Ransomware Infection From msconfig

• Open Run Box by pressing Windows+R buttons together.

• Now type “msconfig” in the Run Box and press Enter.

• Open Startup tab and uncheck all entries from unknown manufacturer.

Hope the above process has helped you in removing the Petruk Ransomware virus completely from your computer. If you still have this nasty ransomware left in your PC then you should opt for a malware removal tool. It is the most easy way to remove this harmful computer virus from your computer. Download the Free Petruk Ransomware Scanner on your system and scan your computer. It can easily find and remove this pesky ransomware threat from your PC.

If you have any questions regarding the removal of this virus then you can ask your question from your PC security experts. They will feel happy to solve your problem.