Do you know what Decme Ransomware is?
All kinds of security backdoors can be exploited by Decme Ransomware. This malware could slither in via files sent in spam emails. It could hide within bundled downloaders that are likely to use attractive offers as bait. They could be dropped by other secretly active infections. The attackers could exploit known vulnerabilities and RDP backdoors. If the system under attack is not protected by reliable anti-malware software, there is nothing to stop the infection. Unfortunately, the consequences of a successful attack are dire. The threat encrypts files, and, after that, you cannot read them anymore. Even if you delete Decme Ransomware quickly, your files cannot be recovered. Of course, the removal of this threat is important.
It is most likely that you discovered Decme Ransomware after finding the encrypted files or the “!INFO.HTA” file placed next to them. The “.[Files2021@tutanota.com][{unique number}].decme” extension is appended to the corrupted files’ names, and this is an indicator for you that these files cannot be read normally. The .hta file opens the “lock” window, which introduces a message from the attackers. They want you to contact them (via Files2021@tutanota.com/Files2020@mailfence.com) and then pay a ransom in return for a “Decryption tool.” Well, even though the attackers should have a decryptor, there is no proof that they would give it to you. Do you think that cybercriminals care about what would happen to your files? They do not, and they created Decme Ransomware only so that they could trick you out of your money.
We have tested hundreds and thousands of file-encrypting threats that are similar to Decme Ransomware. A few to mention are Epor Ransomware, Aieou Ransomware, and BlackKingdom Ransomware. In some cases, free decryptors are built to alleviate the burden on victims, but that does not happen often because cybercriminals usually use highly complex encryptors that are not easy to crack. Unfortunately, when we analyzed Decme Ransomware, a free decryptor for this tool was not built. What does that leave you with? Quite possibly, you will never be able to decrypt your personal files. But maybe you do not need to decrypt them? Maybe you can replace them? If you have copies of the files stored outside the infected computer, you have replacements. Of course, before you get to replacing, you must remove malware.
What Decme Ransomware removal methods are you considering? Perhaps you are thinking about removing this malware manually? If that is the case, do you know where the launcher of this threat is found? If you have no clue, it is unlikely that you will be able to delete Decme Ransomware all by yourself. That is not a huge problem. Even experienced users prefer implementing anti-malware software anyway. This software can automatically erase all malware components and, at the same time, secure the system, which is crucial for the future. Besides setting up full-time Windows protection, you also want to remember the tricks that cybercriminals can use to expose you to malware, and you also want to always create backup copies. It is always better to be safe than sorry.
Delete Decme Ransomware
- Right-click and Delete all copies of the !INFO.HTA file.
- Right-click and Delete the {unknown name}.exe file that launched the threat. A few possible locations:
- %USERPROFILE%\Desktop
- %USERPROFILE%\Downloads
- %TEMP%
- Empty Recycle Bin and then employ a malware scanner to help you inspect the system for leftovers.
In non-techie terms:
Decme Ransomware is like a ghost when it attacks, and if you do not have reliable anti-malware software protecting your system, this ghost can slither in without your notice. If that happens, it can encrypt all personal files, and when that happens, you do not have many options. At the time of research, decrypting files was not possible in this case, and trusting the decryptor introduced by the attackers is, of course, the last thing you should do. Hopefully, you can replace the files with backup copies, but you should do that after removing Decme Ransomware. Doing that manually is a huge challenge, especially if you are not experienced. That is one of the reasons why we recommend implementing anti-malware software. It can delete all malicious threats automatically! Another reason to install it is to have the operating system fully protected. As long as it is protected, malicious threats should not be able to slither in.