RMS RAT Removal Step By Step Instruction (Remove Malware Virus)

 

This post is all about a high-risk malware named RMS RAT that infiltrates into user machine secretly and allow hackers to access machine remotely. To get all information of this malware and it's removal guide, keep reading this post till the end.

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Threat Summary of RMS RAT
Name of Threat RMS RAT
Type Remote Access Trojan
Known As Helpful Russian Utility
Risk Impact
Emerged In 2017
Created By TA505 hacking group
Related KimJongRAT, Warzone RAT, CinaRAT etc.
Description RMS RAT is another worst member of malware family capable to ruins PC badly.
Removal Recommendation Regarding the successful removal of RMS RAT, victims must try Windows Scanner Tool.

Crucial Information Related To RMS RAT

In the world of cyber crime, there are several RAT is available and RMS RAT is one of them. First of all, it was emerged in year 2017 created by TA505 hacking group. The developers of this RAT is mainly used a well known Russian utility named Remote Manipulator System that delivers the remote access. The legitimate version of this utility requires consent of the both parties involving to establish connection. But the malware modifies the original utility and avoid user permission. Being created by infamous TA505 hacking group, it is mainly known for the banking malware and ransomware threats. Once infiltrating inside the targeted machine, it conducts thousand of malevolent actions and causes numerous issues for victims. So, the removal of RMS RAT is highly recommended.

Transmission Tendencies of RMS RAT

Being a part of malicious malware family, RMS RAT uses various deceptive tactics to turn user machine into victim. But mainly it spreads on user machine as a legitimate utility. It uses the interface of legitimate application but it modifies the code of application to target the user's Systems. Another common infection vector of this malware is fraudulent emails which claims to include an IRS form but actually spear phishing emails includes corrupt payload of RMS RAT. Apart from these, it can also infects your machine via drive-by-downloads, corrupt attachment, infected device, hacked domain, pirated or fake software installer and much more.

Malevolent Actions Performed By RMS RAT

  • Captures screenshots of user's desktop.
  • Collects keystrokes and mouse inputs.
  • Automatically access the webcam and microphone of System user.
  • Upload and download several files to user machine.
  • Hijacks control of system's crucial settings including Command Prompt, Registry Editor and Windows Task Manager.
  • Downpours overall Computer and Internet working speed.
  • Modifies startup section for it's persistence.
  • Creates several unnecessary modification in crucial settings and many more.

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Steps to Remove RMS RAT

Step 1>> How to Boot Windows in Safe Mode to isolate RMS RAT

Step 2>> How to View Hidden Files created by RMS RAT

for Windows XP

  • Exit all Program and Go to Desktop
  • Select My Computer icon and Double Click to Open it
  • Click on the Tools Menu and now select and Click on Folder Options.
  • Select on View Tab that appears in New Window.
  • Check mark on the box next to Dispaly the Contents of System Folders
  • Now Check the box in order to Show Hidden Files and Folders
  • Now press on Apply and OK to close the Window.
  • As soon as these steps are performed, you can view the files and folders that were created by RMS RAT and hidden till now.

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for Windows Vista

  • Minimize all Window and Go to Desktop
  • Click on the Start Button which can be found in lower lef Corner having Windows Logo
  • Click on the Control Panel on the Menu and Open it
  • Control Panel can be opened in Classic View or Control Panel Home View.
  • If you have Selected Classic View, follow this
  • Double Click on the Folder icon to open it
  • Now select the view tab
  • Click on Option to Show Hidden Files or Folders
  • If you have Selected Control Panel Home View, follow this
  • Appearance and Personalization link is to be Clicked
  • Select on Show Hidden Files or Folders
  • Press Apply Option and then Click on OK.

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This will Show all the Folders including those created by RMS RAT

Know how to view Hidden Folders on Windows 7, Win 8 and Windows 10

(Following the above steps are necessary to view all the files created by RMS RAT and that is known to exist on Compromised PC.)

  • Open the Run Box by holding together the Start Key and R.

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  • Now Type and input appwiz.cpl and press on OK
  • This will take you to the Control Panel, Now Search for Suspicious programs or any entries related to RMS RAT. Unistall it once if you happen to find it. However be sure not to Uninstall any other program from the list.
  • In the Search Field, Type msconfig and press on Enter, this will pop-up a Window

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In the Startup Menu, Uncheck all the RMS RAT related entries or which are Unknown as Manufacturer.

Step 3>> Open the Run Box by Pressing Start Key and R in Combination

 

  1. Copy + Paste the following Command as
  2. notepad %windir%/system32/Drivers/etc/hosts and press on OK
  3. This will Open a new file. If your system has been hacked by RMS RAT, certain IP’s will be displayed which can be found in the bottom of the screen.

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Look for the suspicious IP that is present in your Localhost

Step 4>> How to Terminate RMS RAT Running Processes

  • Go the Processes Tab by pressing on CTRL+SHIFT+ESC Keys Together.
  • Look for the RMS RAT Running Processes.
  • Right Click on RMS RAT and End the Process.

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Step 5>> How to Remove RMS RAT Related Registry Entries

  • Open Registry by Typing Regedit in the Run box and Hit Enter Key

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  • This will open all the list of entries.
  • Now Find and search the entries created by RMS RAT and cautiously delete it.
  • Alternatively, you can manually search for it in the list to delete RMS RAT Manually.

Unfortunately, if you are unable to remove RMS RAT, Scan your PC Now

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