Do you know what .lightning Ransomware File Extension is?
If you see the .lightning Ransomware File Extension attached to your personal files, there is no doubt that these files cannot be read. The extension is added to the files that are encrypted, and even if you remove this extension, the files will remain locked. Unfortunately, once files are encrypted, nothing can be done to restore them. Normally, an encryptor is used to protect files and data, and a special decryptor is then used to read them. When it comes to ransomware, the decryptor is not within reach, and victims are pushed to pay money to obtain it. The problem is that even if the ransom is paid, the decryptor is unlikely to be given to the victims. This should not be too surprising, considering that ransomware is created by cyber criminals, who cannot be trusted.
Deleting .lightning Ransomware File Extension infection might be the last thing on your mind when you discover encrypted files. Of course, you should discover them by looking at the added extension, which is “.[youhaveonechance@cock.li].lightning.” Unique extensions are added to the files corrupted by Everbe 2.0 Ransomware, Divine Ransomware, and all other infections that .lightning Ransomware File Extension malware is the clone of. Along with encrypted files, you should find “!=How_to_decrypt_files=!.txt,” a ransom not file that delivers a message. It instructs to email youhaveonechance@cock.li or youhaveonechance@420blaze.it to get more information about the price of the so-called “decryptor.” Although the exact sum of the ransom is not revealed, the message informs that it would be doubled after 7 days. Without a doubt, that is something that can intimidate victims and make them act without thinking. Also, if the infection encrypted files that do not have backup copies, victims might see no other option but to pay the ransom.
It is important to discuss backups whenever we are talking about ransomware. Since more and more people rely on cloud drives to store files and make them highly accessible, the chances are that some victims of .lightning Ransomware File Extension malware might have their files backed up too. If that case, there should be no hesitation about removing this malware. On the other hand, if backups do not exist, making decisions regarding the infection could be very tough. In the eyes of our research team, there are no options, and the decryption tool offered by cyber attackers is nothing to rely on. What are the guarantees that you would get the tool after contacting cyber attackers, exposing yourself to them, and paying money? There are none. Hopefully, you learn your lesson, and remember to backup your personal files, as that is the only way to protect them.
.lightning Ransomware File Extension screenshot
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Whether or not you are able to find and remove .lightning Ransomware File Extension infection manually, you should really think about installing anti-malware software. First and foremost, it would automatically delete the infection and other threats that might exist without you knowing about it. Second, and most important, it would keep your system safe. It goes without saying that protecting the operating system is crucial, and if you do not take care of it now, you might have to face malicious threats again, and we are sure that is not what you want. If you need help choosing the right anti-malware tool, do not hesitate to post a comment below.
Delete .lightning Ransomware File Extension malware
- Locate the [random name].exe file that executed the ransomware.
- Right-click the file and choose Delete.
- Then, right-click and Delete every copy of the !=How_to_decrypt_files=!.txt file.
- Empty Recycle Bin and then examine your operating system using a malware scanner.
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Hopefully, you do not face and need to remove .lightning Ransomware File Extension infection at all, but if this threat invades your operating system, you need to make sure that you act fast. The sooner you delete it, the better. Unfortunately, you are unlikely to discover and eliminate the threat before it encrypts files because it is pretty clandestine. Since no free decryptors are capable of deciphering files with the .lightning Ransomware File Extension, decrypting them is out of the question. The decryptor that the infection promises should not be taken seriously either. Hopefully, all of your personal files are backed up, and you can easily replace the corrupted files with backup copies. If backups do not exist, start backing up data as soon as you remove malware.