Remove Level1 Virus (.Level1 Files Ransomware)

Level1 – General Info

The Level1 mean a ransomware-type infection. Level1 was elaborated particularly to encrypt all major file types. When the file is encrypted people are not able to use them. Level1 adds the “.Level1” extension for each file encrypted by it. For example, the file “myphoto.jpg“, once encrypted by Level1, will be renamed into “myphoto.jpg.Level1“. As soon as the encryption is finished, Level1 places a special text file into every folder containing the encrypted data.

The message given by Level1 text file requesting the ransom is absolutely the same as the statements given by other ransomware virus representatives. It actually points out that the info is encrypted which the only way to restore it is to use a an unique decryption key. Sadly, this is absolutely true. The type of cryptography mechanism used by Level1 is still not properly examined. Still, it is absolutely certain that each victim may be given the specific decryption key, which is absolutely distinct. It is difficult to restore the files without the key available.

Another trick of Level1 is that the victims cannot access to the key. The key is kept on a particular server run by the frauds connected with Level1 ransomware. To get the key and recover the important info people need to pay the ransom.

However, irrespective of the requested quantity, people need to stay away from paying the ransom. Cyber frauds are not fair, so they tend to totally disregard what their victims feel about the issue, even when the payment reaches their pockets. This is why paying the ransom usually does not provide any positive result and people simply waste their money for nothing.

We highly advise that you do not contact these crooks and definitely do not transfer money into their accounts. It is said to admit that there are no utilities able to crack Level1 ransomware and to recover the information data free of charge. Hence, the just best decision is to recover the lost information from the available backup.

Virus Summary

Name	Level1 Ransomware
File Extension	.Level1
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 Level1 extension to all the files modified by it.
Distribution Method	Spam Emails, Email Attachments
Removal Tool	GridinSoft Anti-Malware

Keep in mind that the world wide web is now overwhelmed with threats that look similar to Level1 ransomware. Malicious programs of such kind are normally elaborated to encrypt essential information and to set forth the need before 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 data decryption.

Therefore, as long as the ransomware is still being developed or has some hidden bugs, manually recovering the information is simply not feasible. The only method to prevent the loss of your crucial files is to regularly create backups of your important information.

Keep 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 for this purpose, or refer to the help of the cloud storage. If you save your backup files on your common system they may be encrypted together with other files, so it’s absolutely not a good storage place.

How did ransomware infect my computer?

There are numerous methods used by online scams to distribute Level1 virus. Although it is uncertain how exactly Level1 injects your PC, there are some leaks through which it may infiltrate the system:

• integration with third-party software, especially freeware;
• spam emails from unknown senders;
• websites rendering free hosting services;
• pirated peer-to-peer (P2P) downloads.

Typically Level1 virus may be presented as some legitimate software application, for example, in the pop-ups advising users to execute some important software application updates. This is the typical trick used by online scams to persuade people into downloading and installing Level1 infection manually, by methods of their direct participation in the installation process.

Additionally, the criminals may refer to numerous e-mail spam methods to inject harmful codes into systems. So, they may refer to to sending unsolicited spam emails with tricky notifications promoting users to download the attachments or click on certain download links, for example, the ones motivating users to open some video, files, tax reports or invoices.

Needless to mention, opening such documents or clicking on such dangerous links may seriously damage the system. Fictitious Adobe Flash Player upgrade notifies may result in Level1 ransom injection. As for the cracked applications, these illegally downloaded programs may likewise consist of malicious codes leading to Level1 secret installation. Finally, injection of Level1 may take place by means of Trojans that privately get injected into the system and install harmful utilities without the user’s approval.

Is there any way to prevent the injection of Level1 ransomware?

Although there is no 100% guarantee to avoid your system from getting infected, there are some pieces of guidance we want to share with with you. To start with, be extremely careful when you browse the web and particularly while downloading complimentary programs. Keep away from opening suspicious email attachments, especially when the sender of the email is not familiar to you.

Remember that some freeware installers may include other unwanted utilities in the bundle, so they may be destructive. Make sure that your current antivirus and your entire OS is always appropriately updated.

Obviously, downloading pirated software is illegal and may lead to essential damage to be made for your PC. Hence, stay away from downloading cracked software. You are likewise strongly encouraged to reconsider your existing security software and potentially change to another security solution that can render far better services of defending your system.

Below please find the quotation from the Level1 text file:

YOUR FILES ARE ENCRYPTED
The data on this computer has been turned into useless binary code and the important data has been copied to our vault.
If you do not need your files, the private key will be deleted within 5 days
If you want to restore your files and get your important data back, please contact
[1] - Install Telegram.
[2] - Telegram download link - > hxxps://telegram.org/   
[3] - Add operator contact hxxp://t.me/SENDMYiDbot or @SENDMYiDbot and give YOUR ID
[YOUR ID] -
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• If a Telegram operator has not responded within 6 hours, the contact may have been deleted, check for current and additional contacts at
 hxxp://contactya3ry35pb.onion To open the .onion site
• Download tor browser hxxps://www.torproject.org/download/ Install,Launch Tor Browser
• Insert hxxp://contactya3ry35pb.onion into your Tor Browser
• Tor Browser installation instructions hxxps://youtu.be/LnfbHl8Te_o

[Interesting facts].
• 1. cost increases with time, don\'t waste your time
• 2. only we can help you, no one else can, of course.
• 3. be careful! If you are still trying to find other solutions to the problem, back up the files you want to experiment with and play with them. Otherwise they may be irretrievably damaged.
• 4. Any services offering help will either just charge you money and disappear, or become middlemen, paying an inflated price. Since only the creators of the virus have the antidote.

Screenshot of files with “.Level1” extension added by the ransomware:

Use GridinSoft Anti-Malware to remove Level1 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.