Do you know what Topi Ransomware is?
Topi Ransomware is a dangerous infection that will try to keep your files locked until you transfer the ransom fee. This malicious infection will enter your system surreptitiously, and you will be left questioning yourself, asking how you managed to get this intruder. The problem is that ransomware infections are still rampant these days, and you have to be really careful about the files you interact with if you want to avoid this infection.
Scroll down to the bottom of this description for the manual removal instructions. But don’t forget that you need to invest a lot of time and effort in this battle
You might wonder why we talk about Topi Ransomware like we’ve seen it before. To tell you the truth, it wouldn’t be too far off. This program comes from a big family of similar infections. Topi Ransomware belongs to the STOP Ransomware family, and so it will be really similar to MOOL Ransomware, BBOO Ransomware, Reha Ransomware, and many other infections that are based on the same code. It wouldn’t be too far-fetched to say that all programs from this group use the same core. Thus, if you seen one of them, you know what to expect from Topi Ransomware, too.
However, when it comes to ransomware, we can seldom use the same decryption key for all the programs within the same group. That’s because the programs use different online encryption keys even though they are very similar. The good news about the STOP Ransomware family is that some of the files encrypted by Topi Ransomware could be decrypted. The point is that sometimes programs from this group use an offline key to encrypt some of your files. And we have a public decryption tool available for that offline encryption key.
Topi Ransomware screenshot
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Does it mean that you can restore everything affected by Topi Ransomware? Not necessarily. The program can still employ the online encryption key, and if that happens, your files will be locked up behind virtually impenetrable wall. If that happens, your best bet when it comes to file recovery is a file backup.
When we talk about file backups, we mean storages where your regularly save copies of your files. You probably know what an external hard drive is, and that can easily be your main backup. Although you can also back up your files on a virtual cloud drive, which you could access anywhere and anytime. So, it is up to you how you want to protect your files, but please remember that it is the best way to prevent the direst ransomware infection consequences.
How would it be possible to prevent a ransomware infection in the first place? Well, if you want to avoid Topi Ransomware, you need to delete all the spam emails, no questions asked. Spam emails that distribute ransomware often look reliable and important. Also, the message they come with tends to urge you to open those files ASAP. It says that if you do not open the file immediately, something bad will happen.
Of course, once you open the file, you need to deal with the file encryption and the ransom notes that are dropped on your system. Here’s what Topi Ransomware has to say about the ransom:
ATTENTION!
Don’t worry, you can return all your files!
All your files like photos databases, documents and other important are encrypted with the strongest encryption and unique key.
The only method of recovering files is to purchase decrypt tool and unique key for you.
This software will decrypt all your encrypted files.
The message goes on to say that you might be able to purchase the decryption key with a discount if you contact these criminals at once. However, we know better than that. Please remove Topi Ransomware from your system today. If you cannot do it on your own, you can terminate the infection with a licensed antispyware tool.
After malware removal, focus on file decryption. As mentioned, try out the public decryption tool for the STOP Ransomware family, to see whether you can recover some of your files. If that fails, use a file backup, or address a professional who will guide you through other file recovery options.
How to Remove Topi Ransomware
- Remove the latest files from your Desktop.
- Go to the Downloads folder and delete the most recent files.
- Press Win+R and type %HOMEDRIVE%. Click OK.
- Remove the SystemID folder and the _readme.txt file.
- Press Win+R again and type %LOCALAPPDATA%. Click OK.
- Remove the folder with a long random name.
- Use a licensed security tool to scan your system.
In non-techie terms:
Topi Ransomware is a dangerous infection, and it is not possible to stop it once it commences the file encryption. However, you should never pay these criminals for giving your files back. It’s a lot better to remove Topi Ransomware from your PC, and then invest in either cybersecurity education or a security tool that will help you protect your system from harm. Just don’t forget that your system and file safety also depend on the things you download every single day.