How to remove LuckyDay ransomware

LuckyDay ransomware – new money extortion cryptovirus from the LockerGoga family

LuckyDay ransomware is a file-locking virus, which after obtaining entry to a computer system, encrypts all its non-system files, creates a ransom note, and demands money for a decryption tool. It seems that this virus's previous version is called LockBit. This virus derives from the villainous LockerGoga ransomware family. As soon as victims' data is locked, a ransom note, named “File Recovery.txt”, is dropped to all contaminated folders. 

Cybercriminals are warning the victims not to seek any help from third-parties to unlock their files because that could lead to permanent data loss. The same goes for renaming the LuckyDay ransomware virus encrypted files. Then they provide a link to be opened only via the Tor browser. That link will provide further instructions to the unlucky computer users. If the victims don't have Tor software, the perpetrators are kind enough and provide instructions on how to obtain it.

After installing the new browser and opening the given link, owners of the infected devices, are given SOME explanation on what has been done and what they need to do to recover their files (see a screenshot of the webpage below this article). To prove that the developers of the LuckyDay file-locker virus have the means to decrypt the data, they're offering to upload one file (up to 20Mb) for a free decoding. After victims are reassured, they are urged to pay the ransom.

Like all of its infamous family members, the LuckyDay file virus locks all files with army-based AES and RSA^[1] encryption algorithms. Unfortunately, only the creators of this file-locking parasite can decrypt the data, because to this day there's no public decryption key available.

As always, victims are advised against contacting the cybercriminals and complying with their ransom demands. Instead, use a powerful anti-malware software, such as SpyHunterCombo Cleaner or MalwarebytesMalwarebytes to remove LuckyDay ransomware. Anti-virus software will automatically locate and delete the malware and all of its allocations.

After LuckyDay ransomware removal, don't rush to restore files from backups. First, use the FortectIntego tool to find and fix any system changes the virus has done. When the computer system is back to the pre-contamination phase, only then use backups to retrieve the data.

Ransom note hold this message:

All your important files have been encrypted!
Any attempts to restore your files with the thrid-party software will be fatal for your files!
RESTORE YOU DATA POSIBLE ONLY BUYING private key from us.
There is only one way to get your files back:

| 1. Download Tor browser – https://www.torproject.org/ and install it.
| 2. Open link in TOR browser – http://luckydaynywoklzy.onion/?[redacted hex]
This link only works in Tor Browser!
| 3. Follow the instructions on this page
| 4. ID Decrypt <<[redacted 32 lowercase hex]>>

### Attention! ###
# Do not rename encrypted files.
# Do not try to decrypt using third party software, it may cause permanent data loss.
# Decryption of your files with the help of third parties may cause increased price(they add their fee to our).
# Tor Browser may be blocked in your country or corporate network. Use https://bridges.torproject.org or use Tor Browser over VPN.
# Tor Browser user manual https://tb-manual.torproject.org/about

!!! We also download huge amount of your private data, including finance information, clients personal info, network diagrams, passwords and so on.
Don't forget about GDPR.

Do not consider paying or contacting these people as an option to fight LuckyDay ransomware virus because there are no guarantees that you will get your files back. The best option for file recovery is to replace encoded files with safe copies, but you need proper backups for this. Also, remember that before you add anything to the machine, you need to fully terminate the virus.

Techniques used by cybercriminals to spread viruses

Most malware is targeted at English speaking nations, but that doesn't stop it from spreading all over the world. The most popular means by which cybercriminals are distributing their creations are spam emails and file-sharing platforms, like torrent sites.

Hackers are trying to deceive oblivious computer users with legitimately looking emails from their beloved shopping companies, employers, banks, etc. Either a mischievous hyperlink or an infected attachment is hidden in the email. As soon as a user opens either of these, their computer gets infected immediately. Never open phony looking emails, and never download any email attachments without scanning them first with a reliable anti-malware software.

Torrent sites are known to be full of threats^[2]. Instead of saving money on licensed software, people want to use illegal activation toolkits (aka cracks). In most cases, instead of activating their desired app for free, they get their devices infected with various malware. This is just one example of what might be hidden within a torrent site. Don't be a cheapskate and buy licensed software from their developers to avoid paying the cybercriminals.

Removal guide for LuckyDay ransomware virus elimination

The first and foremost thing the owner of an infected computer system should do is delete the virus before it has done more harm. To remove LuckyDay ransomware from a device, use SpyHunterCombo Cleaner or MalwarebytesMalwarebytes reliable antimalware tools. These apps will automatically detect, isolate, and eliminate the ransomware and all its files and processes.

Experts^[3] suggest using the FortectIntego system tune-up tool, after LuckyDay ransomware removal, to find and revert any changes the contamination did to the infected machine. This will prevent issues like overheating, extreme lag, and crashing, so users can enjoy their devices as good as new.