Remove SARS-CoV-2 Virus (+Decrypt .SARS-CoV-2 files)

SARS-CoV-2 Virus – Details

The SARS-CoV-2 stands for a ransomware-type infection. SARS-CoV-2 was elaborated particularly to encrypt all major file types. Once the file is encrypted people are not able to use them. SARS-CoV-2 adds the “.SARS-CoV-2” extension for each file encrypted by it. For example, the file “myphoto.jpg“, once encrypted by SARS-CoV-2, will be renamed into “myphoto.jpg.SARS-CoV-2“. As quickly as the encryption is finished, SARS-CoV-2 places a special text file into every folder containing the encrypted data.

The message given by SARS-CoV-2 text file requesting for the ransom is absolutely the like the statements given by other ransomware representatives. It literally discusses that the information is encrypted and that the only way to bring back it is to use a an unique decryption key. Unfortunately, this is absolutely true. The type of cryptography mechanism applied by SARS-CoV-2 is still not appropriately examined. Still, it is definitely specific that each victim may be given the specific decryption key, which is absolutely unique. It is impossible to restore the files without the key available.

Another technique of SARS-CoV-2 is that the victims cannot gain access to the key. The key is stored on a specific server run by the frauds connected with SARS-CoV-2 ransomware. To get the key and recover the important info people have to pay the ransom.

Nonetheless, regardless of the asked for amount, people need to stay away from paying the ransom. Cyber frauds are unfair, so they tend to totally ignore what their victims feel about the problem, even when the payment reaches their pockets. This is why paying the ransom generally does not give any positive result and people simply lose their money for nothing.

We highly encourage 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 SARS-CoV-2 ransomware and to recover the information data free of charge. Thus, the only right decision is to recover the lost data from the available backup.

Virus Summary

Name	SARS-CoV-2 Ransomware
File Extension	.SARS-CoV-2
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 SARS-CoV-2 extension to all the files modified by it.
Distribution Method	Spam Emails, Email Attachments
Removal Tool	GridinSoft Anti-Malware

Keep in mind that the web is now overwhelmed with threats that look comparable to SARS-CoV-2 ransomware. Malicious programs of such kind are typically elaborated to encrypt important 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 distinct decryption key for files decryption.

Thus, 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 important information is to frequently create backups of your important information.

Keep in mind that even if you create such backups, they must 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 store your backup files on your common system they may be encrypted along with other files, so it’s absolutely not a good storage location.

How did ransomware infect my system?

There are several ways used by online scams to distribute SARS-CoV-2 ransomware. Despite the fact that it doubts how precisely SARS-CoV-2 injects your computer, there are some leaks through which it may infiltrate the system:

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

Typically SARS-CoV-2 ransomware may be presented as some genuine software application, for instance, in the pop-ups instructing users to execute some important software application updates. This is the typical trick used by online frauds to persuade people into downloading and installing SARS-CoV-2 infection manually, by methods of their direct participation in the installation process.

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

Needless to mention, opening such documents or clicking on such dangerous links may severely damage the PC. Fictitious Adobe Flash Player upgrade notifies may result in SARS-CoV-2 ransom injection. When it comes to the cracked software, these illegally downloaded programs may also consist of destructive codes causing SARS-CoV-2 secret installation. Lastly, injection of SARS-CoV-2 may take place by ways of Trojans that privately get injected into the system and install harmful utilities without the user’s authorization.

Is there any way to prevent the injection of SARS-CoV-2 ransomware?

Despite the fact that there is no 100% guarantee to prevent your computer from getting infected, there are some pieces of suggestions we wish to show with you. First of all, be really mindful when you surf the web and especially while downloading totally free programs. Stay away from opening suspicious email attachments, especially when the sender of the email is not familiar to you.

Remember that some freeware installers may contain other unwanted utilities in the bundle, so they may be harmful. Ensure that your current anti-virus and your entire OS is always appropriately updated.

Of course, downloading pirated software is prohibited and may lead to vital damage to be made for your PC. Thus, stay away from downloading cracked software. You are also highly recommended to reconsider your existing security software and potentially switch to another security solution that can render far better services of protecting your system.

Below please find the quotation from the SARS-CoV-2 text file:

  SARS-CoV-2 
            
All your files was encrypted with a strong Ballistic Algorithm.
             
And your files encrypted have the extension : SARS-CoV-2 
              
Don\'t worry, you can return all your files!    
    
must follow these steps carefully to decrypt your data
            
1. Pay $ 350 worth of bitcoin to this wallet : 33TfaP7jyjUgGkXL9ifjnqssy9TyAWfV3a 
            
2. To get this software you need write on our e-mail : helpcov19@protonmail.com 
                  
After all this, you get in your email the decryptor
            
unique ID :  [redacted 12 uppercase hex]

Screenshot of files with “.SARS-CoV-2” extension added by the ransomware:

Use GridinSoft Anti-Malware to remove SARS-CoV-2 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.