How to remove Dviide ransomware virus

Dviide ransomware encrypts files and demands victims to purchase a decryption key

Dviide virus is a new crypto-ransomware ^[1] which sample has reached the cyber security experts just recently. After analyzing the sample, the experts have found that like most ransomware, this one appends files with specific types of extensions. In this case, all encrypted files will feature .dviide endings. It is currently unknown what specific encryption algorithm does this virus apply to the infected computer’s files, but it sure renders them inaccessible and unreadable. It is not too difficult to fall into panic when you suddenly come across such a situation on your computer. Dviide removal is definitely not the first thing that comes to mind, but data decryption is. The extortionists use this confusion to make some easy profit. They have programmed the virus in such a way so that when it is done encrypting files, it would automatically open a pop-up window with data recovery instructions. Below you can see the transcribed contents of this message:

Dviide

Your important files and documents have been encrypted by Dviide! This means
That you will be no longer able to access the files without a key. To get this key go to: https//dviide(dot)xyz/ or 212.237.25.151.

Paste your encryption key here:
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“Reset button” “Decrypt my files!” Button “Prove Decryption’ button

This ransom note is rather brief compared to the messages other ransomware developers typically leave on the affected devices. Nevertheless, we can presume that the criminals deliberately reveal as little information as possible to protect their identities and sift out potential ransom payers from the nosy researchers who aim to learn more about the virus. Our advice is not to succumb to the criminal’s’ demands, regardless of how important the encrypted files may be. You may be able to recover your data with some free decryption tool in the future, but the money you give away to the cyber criminals will never be returned. So, you should think carefully which path to take. Either way, you will have to remove Dviide from your computer in the end, so that it would not encrypt your files repeatedly. Antivirus software such as FortectIntego will help you find and eliminate all virus components from the infected device.

The multiple ways ransomware infiltrate computers

Ransomware is probably the most versatile parasite when it comes to the ways of its distribution. It is possible for Dviide to infiltrate computers by exploiting their vulnerabilities such as outdated software or unpatched operating system ^[2]. Also, you may often find malicious ransomware files being spread through spam campaigns. Finally, you may get infected by this nasty infection after clicking on some deceptive online advertising. Having in mind the multiplicity of Dviide infiltration channels, it is quite difficult to predict from which direction the virus is going to hit. Thus, we strongly suggest you protect your personal data by saving backup copies of your files somewhere where the ransomware could not reach them.

Tips for the Dviide removal

Regardless of whether you choose to pay for the decryption your files or not, you must remove Dviide virus from your computer to prevent further damage to the system. You should start off by launching your PC in Safe Mode to disable some of the virus functionalities which may prevent your antivirus from properly eliminating the virus from your system. When the computer boots in the Safe Mode, you may then proceed with Dviide removal and run a system scan with the security utility.