Do you know what GusCrypter ransomware is?
Usually, a new version of GusLocker Ransomware goes by the name GusCrypter ransomware. It has been named after its launcher GusCrypter.exe. While the primary version of this threat appends .GUSv2 to encrypted files after the successful infiltration and drops a file DECRYPT.html, the new one adds .bip to all files it encrypts. You will also find Information.html dropped somewhere on your computer if this is really the one ransomware infection you have encountered. Yes, just as many other ransomware infections do, GusCrypter ransomware locks files on affected computers without mercy. This explains why ransomware infections are said to be one of the most dangerous malicious applications by specialists. In case you are reading this article because you have become one of the victims of GusCrypter ransomware, we have to tell you the truth – you might not be able to get them back. Some users believe that they will definitely unlock their files if they purchase a decryptor from cyber criminals, but it is not exactly true. You cannot know whether they will give you a working tool. In fact, we do not even know whether they really have it, so our piece of advice for you would be not to pay a cent. Let’s say you pay money and get the decryptor. The chances are high that you will unlock your files in this case, but your problems will not end there. The ransomware infection will stay active on your system, meaning that it might be able to encrypt your personal files once again if you do not do anything to remove it.
GusCrypter ransomware targets all the most important users’ files. These files include images, music, videos, and much more. This threat locks almost all files it manages to find on the affected computer, leaving only those that are located in Program Files, Windows, Windows.old, All Users, and Intel directories unencrypted. It will not ruin your computer, but we can assure you that you could no longer open the rest of your files after its successful entrance. No doubt users find out about the successful entrance of the ransomware infection when they discover their files encrypted; however, this is only one of two major symptoms that signal about the successful ransomware entrance. If you can locate Information.html (or DECRYPT.html if the older GusCrypter ransomware version has entered your system) on your computer, there is no doubt that you have become a ransomware victim. This file is called a ransom note and it contains a message for users. Users find out that they have to send a personal ID assigned to them and the name of the country they live in to cyber criminals by email. You will then get more information about the payment you will have to make to get your files decrypted. Usually, ransomware infections demand a ransom in Bitcoin. You might expect to get your files decrypted soon after you send money to cyber criminals behind the threat; however, to tell you the truth, this may never happen. Cyber criminals will definitely accept your money, but it is unclear whether they will give you the promised decryptor. Therefore, if it is possible, you should restore your files from a backup instead of paying a ransom. Do not forget to remove ransomware first!
What about the GusCrypter ransomware distribution? Our specialists suspect that it is distributed through ordinary distribution channels. According to specialists, it is very likely that it is mainly spread through emails. These emails might look harmless at first glance, but they might still contain an executable file launching malware, so even if the email you have received does not look dangerous, you should inspect it carefully or scan it with an antivirus/antimalware scanner first before opening it. It is only a question of time when you encounter malware if you download programs/files from shady websites as well.
You do not need a special tool to remove GusCrypter ransomware from the system, but, of course, it would be quicker to delete this ransomware infection using an automated malware remover. Please do not leave any malicious components active if you decide to remove this threat manually – our instructions will help you to erase malware fully.
Delete GusCrypter ransomware manually
- Open Task Manager (press Ctrl+Shift+Esc).
- Open Processes and then kill the malicious process.
- Close Task Manager and open Registry Editor (tap Win+R and then insert regedit, press Enter).
- Move to HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run.
- Locate the malicious Value, e.g. inf.
- Right-click on it and click Delete.
- Remove all recently downloaded files from your PC.
- Remove ransom notes dropped (look for files in an .html format).
- Right-click on your Recycle Bin and select Empty Recycle Bin.
In non-techie terms:
GusCrypter ransomware is a harmful malicious application that will lock your personal files completely. It is not a very prevalent infection, but you might still encounter it. Its entrance will not go unnoticed, we are sure about that. It not only encrypts files but also drops a ransom note in an .html format on the affected computer. It will inform you that you must pay money to unlock your files. Before you transfer your money, remind yourself that you might not get anything from cyber criminals. This is the main reason specialists do not recommend paying ransoms to malware developers.