Remove R00t Virus (+Decrypt .R00t files)

R00t Virus Ransomware

The R00t stands for a ransomware-type infection. R00t was elaborated specifically to encrypt all major file types. When the file is encrypted people are unable to use them. R00t adds the “.R00t” extension for each file encrypted by it. For example, the file “myphoto.jpg“, once encrypted by R00t, will be renamed into “myphoto.jpg.R00t“. As soon as the encryption is finished, R00t places a special text file into every folder containing the encrypted data.

The message given by R00t text file requesting the ransom is definitely the same as the statements given by other ransomware representatives. It actually points out that the info is encrypted which the only way to bring back it is to use a a special decryption key. Sadly, this is absolutely true. The kind of cryptography mechanism applied by R00t is still not properly examined. Still, it is definitely specific that each victim may be given the specific decryption key, which is absolutely unique. It is difficult to bring back the files without the key available.

Another trick of R00t is that the victims cannot access to the key. The key is kept on a specific server run by the frauds associated with R00t ransomware. To get the key and recover the important information people have to pay the ransom.

Nonetheless, regardless of the requested amount, people should keep away from paying the ransom. Cyber frauds are unfair, so they tend to entirely disregard what their victims feel about the problem, even when the payment reaches their pockets. This is why paying the ransom usually does not provide any positive result and people just lose their money for absolutely nothing.

We strongly advise that you do not contact these crooks and absolutely do not transfer money into their accounts. It is said to admit that there are no utilities able to crack R00t ransomware and to recover the data data totally free. Therefore, the just right decision is to recover the lost information from the available backup.

Virus Summary

Name	R00t Ransomware
File Extension	.R00t
Type	Ransomware
Short Description	The ransomware encrypts all the data stored on your system and requires a ransom to be paid on your part supposedly to recover your important files.
Symptoms	File encryption by the ransomware is performed by means of the AES and RSA encryption algorithms. Once the encryption is completed, the ransomware adds its special R00t extension to all the files modified by it.
Distribution Method	Spam Emails, Email Attachments
Removal Tool	GridinSoft Anti-Malware

Keep in mind that the internet is now overwhelmed with threats that look similar to R00t ransomware. Destructive programs of such kind are normally elaborated to encrypt crucial data and to set forth the need prior to the user to pay the ransom. The peculiarity of all such ransomware threats is that all apply a similar algorithm to create the special decryption key for files decryption.

Therefore, as long as the ransomware is still being developed or has some hidden bugs, by hand recovering the information is merely not feasible. The only method to prevent the loss of your important data is to routinely create backups of your important information.

Bear in mind that even if you create such backups, they should be placed into a special storage utility not connect to your main PC. You may use the Memory Stick or external hard disk drive for this purpose, or refer to the help of the cloud storage. If you store your backup files on your common system they may be encrypted along with other files, so it’s absolutely not a good storage place.

How did ransomware infect my PC?

There are numerous ways used by online frauds to distribute R00t virus. Despite the fact that it doubts how exactly R00t injects your computer, there are some leaks through which it may penetrate the system:

• integration with third-party apps, especially freeware;
• spam e-mails from unidentified senders;
• websites rendering free hosting services;
• pirated peer-to-peer (P2P) downloads.

Often R00t ransomware may be presented as some legitimate software application, for example, in the pop-ups advising users to carry out some crucial software updates. This is the common trick used by online frauds to persuade people into downloading and installing R00t infection manually, by methods of their direct participation in the installation process.

In addition, the criminals may describe various e-mail spam strategies to inject destructive codes into systems. So, they may refer to to sending unsolicited spam e-mails with tricky notifications promoting users to download the attachments or click on certain download links, for example, the ones encouraging users to open some receipts, documents, tax reports or invoices.

Needless to mention, opening such files or clicking on such dangerous links may seriously damage the PC. Fictitious Adobe Flash Player update notifies may result in R00t virus injection. As for the cracked applications, these illegally downloaded programs may also consist of harmful codes resulting in R00t secret installation. Lastly, injection of R00t may happen by methods of Trojans that covertly get injected into the system and set up harmful utilities without the user’s permission.

Is there any method to avoid the injection of R00t ransom virus?

Despite the fact that there is no 100% guarantee to prevent your PC from getting infected, there are some pieces of recommendations we wish to share with with you. To start with, be extremely cautious when you browse the web and particularly while downloading complimentary apps. Stay away from opening suspicious email attachments, especially when the sender of the email is not familiar to you.

Bear in mind that some freeware installers may include other unwanted utilities in the bundle, so they may be malicious. Ensure that your current antivirus and your entire OS is always duly updated.

Of course, downloading pirated software is prohibited and may lead to essential damage to be made for your system. Hence, stay away from downloading cracked software. You are also strongly encouraged to reconsider your existing security software and potentially switch to another security solution that can render much better services of defending your PC.

Below please find the quotation from the R00t text file:

WHAT HAPPENED!
Your important files produced on this computer have been encrypted due a security problem.
If you want to restore then write to the online chat.

Contact!
Online chat: hxxps://prt-recovery.support/chat/30-r00t
Your operator: r00t
Your personal ID: pJFM2q

Enter your ID and e-mail in the chat that you would immediately answered.

Attention!
Do not rename encrypted files.
Do not try to decrypt your data using third party software, it may cause permanent data loss.
Do not attempt to use the antivirus or uninstall the program.
This will lead to your data loss and unrecoverable.
Decoders of other users is not suitable to decrypt your files – encryption key is unique.

Screenshot of files with “.R00t” extension added by the ransomware:

Use GridinSoft Anti-Malware to remove R00t ransomware from your computer

1.Download GridinSoft Anti-Malware.

You can download GridinSoft Anti-Malware by clicking the button below:

  GridinSoft Anti-Malware

2. Double-click on the setup file.

When setup file has finished downloading, double-click on the setup-antimalware-ag.exe file to install GridinSoft Anti-Malware on your computer.

An User Account Control asking you about to allow GridinSoft Anti-Malware to make changes to your device. So, you should click “Yes” to continue with the installation.

3. Press Install button for run GridinSoft Anti-Malware.

3.Once installed, GridinSoft Anti-Malware will automatically run.

4. Wait for the GridinSoft Anti-Malware scan to complete.

GridinSoft Anti-Malware will automatically start scanning your computer for Win Speedup 2018 and other malicious programs. This process can take a 20-30 minutes, so we suggest you periodically check on the status of the scan process.

5. Click on “Clean Now”.

When the scan has completed, you will see the list of infections that GridinSoft Anti-Malware has detected. To remove them click on the “Clean Now” button in right corner.