How to remove BianLian ransomware

BianLian ransomware is the threat that asks for money once files get encoded

BianLian ransomware is a malicious program classified as a ransom-demanding virus. It uses the Go programming language. It targets companies rather than home users and uses double extortion tactics that have been introduced by other major ransomware gangs.^[1] The threat infiltrates systems silently and encrypts files that later get appended with a .bianlian extension. For example, a file titled 1.jpg would appear as 1.jpg.bianlian, and 2.png would become 2.png.bianlian.

Once this process is finished, a ransom note – Look at this instruction.txt gets dropped onto the desktop. The text therein makes it clear that the only way to decrypt the files is to pay a ransom. However, these claims are created by the cybercriminals behind this infection, so the victim is more eager to pay up.

BianLian is a ransomware virus that uses encryption to lock files on the infected computer. It is designed to target businesses and has caused major issues for companies with these ransomware attacks. The virus deletes itself after the encryption, but the threat can leave various other infections to run these shady processes.

Summary

BianLian ransomware virus has been used in attacks targeting well-known organizations in banking service fields, education, healthcare, media, entertainment, and even manufacturing sectors. The threat still acts and operates as the typical ransomware threat that compromises the system and encrypts the commonly used data.

The BianLian file virus is targeting particularly valuable data and can lock those files to have a reason for the particular demand for cryptocurrency. The threat encourages people to meet those demands, but this is never advised by experts^[2] because victims rarely get their files recovered after that.

Removing the threat

BianLian ransomware can delete itself from the machine once the encryption is done and ransom demands are presented for the victim. However, there are threats that can still be running on the machine, so you need to properly clean the machine to stop all malicious processes.

The best way to remove these infections is to run the anti-malware tool or security program and terminate BianLian ransomware virus alongside other infections and malicious files. The full system scan with SpyHunterCombo Cleaner or MalwarebytesMalwarebytes can detect^[3] all potential threats and files related to the particular file virus.

Note that these processes are not the same as file recovery or virus decryption. The threat is not going to be decrypted or files restored once the virus is removed from the machine. The procedure that helps indicate all threats and remove them from the machine can terminate the BianLian ransomware virus permanently.

Malicious programs that encrypt these files and demand ransom for decryption can do much more than this. Ransomware causes issues with the performance and alters or even deletes programs and functions on the machine. The computer can be affected significantly because file recovery and virus removal cannot happen when the BianLian ransomware controls processes.

Clearing damage from the system

Once a computer is infected with malware, its system is changed to operate differently. For example, an infection can alter the Windows registry database, damage vital bootup, and other sections, delete or corrupt DLL files, etc. Once a system file is damaged by malware, antivirus software is not capable of doing anything about it, leaving it just the way it is. Consequently, users might experience performance, stability, and usability issues, to the point where a full Windows reinstall is required.

Therefore, we highly recommend using a one-of-a-kind, patented technology of FortectIntego repair. Not only can it fix virus damage after the infection, but it is also capable of removing malware that has already broken into the system thanks to several engines used by the program. Besides, the application is also capable of fixing various Windows-related issues that are not caused by malware infections, for example, Blue Screen errors, freezes, registry errors, damaged DLLs, etc.

• Download the application by clicking on the link above
• Click on the ReimageRepair.exe
  
  
• If User Account Control (UAC) shows up, select Yes
• Press Install and wait till the program finishes the installation process
• The analysis of your machine will begin immediately
• Once complete, check the results – they will be listed in the Summary
• You can now click on each of the issues and fix them manually
• If you see many problems that you find difficult to fix, we recommend you purchase the license and fix them automatically.

Decrypting files properly

BianLian ransomware virus is mainly affecting companies not users, but there are limited options for file recovery and decryption of those encoded files. You might get your device infected by the threat and still need help with the data recovery. If you do not have proper backups, those options are extremely limited.

File encryption is a process that is similar to applying a password to a particular file or folder. However, from a technical point of view, encryption is fundamentally different due to its complexity. By using encryption, threat actors use a unique set of alphanumeric characters as a password that can not easily be deciphered if the process is performed correctly.

There are several algorithms that can be used to lock data (whether for good or bad reasons); for example, AES uses the symmetric method of encryption, meaning that the key used to lock and unlock files is the same. Unfortunately, it is only accessible to the attackers who hold it on a remote server – they ask for a payment in exchange for it. This simple principle is what allows ransomware authors to prosper in this illegal business.

While many high-profile ransomware strains such as Djvu or Dharma use immaculate encryption methods, there are plenty of failures that can be observed within the code of some novice malware developers. For example, the keys could be stored locally, which would allow users to regain access to their files without paying. In some cases, ransomware does not even encrypt files due to bugs, although victims might believe the opposite due to the ransom note that shows up right after the infection and data encryption is completed.

Therefore, regardless of which crypto-malware affects your files, you should try to find the relevant decryptor if such exists. Security researchers are in a constant battle against cybercriminals. In some cases, they manage to create a working decryption tool that would allow victims to recover files for free.

Once you have identified which ransomware you are affected by, you should check the following links for a decryptor:

• No More Ransom Project
• Free Ransomware Decryptors by Kaspersky
• Free Ransomware Decryption Tools from Emsisoft
• Avast decryptors

If you can't find a decryptor that works for you, you should try the alternative methods we list below. Additionally, it is worth mentioning that it sometimes takes years for a working decryption tool to be developed, so there are always hopes for the future.

BianLian ransomware virus is a serious infection and needs to be removed as soon as you see those infection symptoms and get the ransom note on the desktop. The threat can affect thousands of devices and compromise files by spreading via spam emails and pirating services.

Try to remove the threat as soon as possible and remover your files using backups. Rely on applications like SpyHunterCombo Cleaner or MalwarebytesMalwarebytes and double-check before adding any of the files on the computer. The machine needs to be virus-free before you use any of the methods for file recovery. Try to run FortectIntego for the virus damage too.