Remove DecryptorMax Ransomware

How to Remove DecryptorMax Ransomware?

DecryptorMax is a nasty ransomware. It will slither into your system, and throw you into a whirl of regret, frustration, headaches, and grievances. If you find it on your computer, you can be sure all hell’s about to get loose, and all kinds of damages will be unleashed on your system. The very essence of a ransomware infection is file-encryption. Once such a tool makes its way into your PC, it gets to work and encrypts every single file you have stored on it. Suddenly, you cannot access your documents, pictures, videos, music, nothing. And, it will stay that way until you comply with the tool’s demands. Oh, yes. There are demands. After the encryption process is completed, the infection requires ransom for the return of your data. And, if you fail to go through with it, you lose your files. It’s as simple as that. DecryptorMax sneaks into your PC, takes control of your system, encrypts everything, and then demands you pay ransom for the decryption key that will ‘release’ your data. Realistically speaking, there are three ways this situation can unfold. One, you follow the ransomware’s requirements to the dot, it gives you the decryption key, you use it, and all is fine and dandy. Two, you do everything you’re asked to do, the tool doesn’t give you the key, and you’re back to square one. And, three, you refuse to go through with the tool’s demands and cut your losses. Understand this, even though, you may not like it, option three is your best bet to rid your PC of the menace that is DecryptorMax. After all, there are no guarantees that the ransomware won’t encrypt everything again, the very next day after the scenario from option one has unfolded. None whatsoever. The best you can do is create back-ups to all your files and hope you never find yourself in such a predicament. But if you do, then do what’s best for you and your system, and accept the fact that your data is no longer reachable. Cut your losses before you find yourself in a much worse situation.

How did I get infected with?

How do you suppose you got stuck with DecryptorMax? Was it, perhaps, because you weren’t paying attention when you should have? The answer is ‘Yes.’ It was exactly because of that. You weren’t nearly as careful enough when it was crucial for you to be just that. So, when push came to shove, you failed and are now forced to deal with the consequences. Deny it all you want, but your carelessness paid a greater part in the tool’s invasion than you’d care to admit. How come? Well, it’s pretty straightforward. The ransomware tends to turn to the old but gold methods of infiltration to sneak into your PC. After all, they’ve proven their worth over time. More often than not, it slithers its way in via freeware, spam email attachments, corrupted links, or sites. Also, it can dupe you into installing it by pretending to be a fake system or program update. So, you may be entirely convinced that you’re updating your Java or Adobe Flash Player, but you’d be wrong. In actuality, you’ll be giving the green light to a dreadful infection, whose presence on your computer will lead to a colossal mess and an abundance of headaches and grievances. If you wish NOT to get stuck with the hazardous ransomware, remember to be more cautious and not to rush. A little extra attention goes a long way.

Why is DecryptorMax dangerous?

DecryptorMax is bad news. If you find this infection has infiltrated your system, know you’re in serious trouble. You’re about to lose every single file you have on your computer, and possibly all of your personal and financial information. What’s worse, you might be responsible for spreading this menace to all of your acquaintances, colleagues, friends, and everyone else you have on your email contact list. How come? Well, it’s rather simple. The ransomware collects the necessary information from you, by stealing it, of course, and then sends corrupted emails to your contacts using your name. Despicable, isn’t it? Well, it’s not even the worst issue you’ll be faced with, courtesy of the infection. DecryptorMax messes up your entire operating system by implementing all kinds of unrequested, unwanted, and unauthorized changes. Also, it leaves a backdoor to hackers. How does that sound to you? If it doesn’t terrify you, you need to figure out your priorities. It’s a dangerous and highly damaging infection. One, you should not underestimate. Do whatever it takes to remove it from your system at the earliest convenience, even if that means to lose all of your data. It’s the best course of action you can take, and you can be sure your future self will be grateful and appreciate your timely reaction.

DecryptorMax Removal Instructions

STEP 1: Start Your Computer into Safe Mode with Networking

• Make sure you do not have any floppy disks, CDs, and DVDs inserted in your computer
• Restart the computer
  
• When you see a table, start tapping the F8 key every second until you enter the Advanced Boot Options

• in the Advanced Boot Options screen, use the arrow keys to highlight Safe Mode with Networking , and then press ENTER.

• Once the operating system loads press simultaneously the Windows Logo Button and the R key.

• A dialog box should open. Type iexplore www.virusresearch.org/download-en

• Internet Explorer will open and a professional scanner will prompt to be downloaded
• Run the installer
• Follow the instruction and use the professional malware removal tool to detect the files of the virus.
• After performing a full scan you will be asked to register the software. You can do that or perform a manual removal.

Remove DecryptorMax Manually

Open your task Manager by pressing CTRL+SHIFT+ESC keys simultaneously

Locate the process of teslacrypt. Have in mind that this is usually a random generated file.

Before you kill the process, type the name on a text document for later reference.

Navigate to your %appdata% folder and delete the executable.

You can alternatively use your msconfig windows program to double check the execution point of the virus. Please, have in mind that the names in your machine might be different as they might be generated randomly, that’s why you run the professional scanner to identify the files.

It is always a good idea to use a reputable anti-malware program after manual removal, to prevent this from happening again.