How to remove Braincrypt ransomware virus

Braincrypt ransomware might cause you a headache

The appearance of Braincrypt virus is one of the reasons to protect your computer right now. It is a file-encrypting Trojan (ransomware) that is written in Go programming language^[1], and so far it seems that the malware is secured to prevent malware researchers from analyzing it. Sadly, it means that it might not be possible to create Braincrypt decryption tool. Once this virus infects the system, it encrypts all files with a military-grade encryption (uses AES/RSA encryption)^[2] and simply makes them inaccessible. Encrypted files are marked with .braincrypt file extensions because the virus appends them during the encryption procedure. These files can be opened only after decryption, sadly, one needs to have a unique decryption key in order to be able to recover them. Unfortunately, you are not going to get your hands on this special key, because cyber criminals want you to buy it, or, in other words, pay a ransom. That is why they programmed the virus to create and leave a ransom note on your desktop, called !!! HOW TO DECRYPT FILES !!!.txt. The ransom note contains the following information:

Good morning, your files have been scrambled by a Trojan.
To decrypt, you must turn on the email: headlessbuild@india.com with a request about decrypting files.
You need to send an email-message with your personal ID: [removed]
Faster write to us, and we will save your data in another case, they may be lost forever. Time 2 days.

The virus urges the victim to contact culprits to explain data recovery conditions. It gives only two days (48 hours) to get in touch with them via headlessbuild@india.com email; otherwise, data may be lost. You should not listen to these criminals who try to blackmail you. Unfortunately, ransomware is a serious virus, and most likely you will not be able to recover your files if you do not have a backup, but you should not rely on criminals’ promises, either. Currently, there is no information proving that criminals actually provide victims with decryption tools when they pay the ransom. Remember that there is a possibility to lose your files AND your money^[3]. Therefore, we suggest you don’t take risks and remove Braincrypt ransomware virus instead. It is not a typical program, and it means that you will not find its uninstaller in your PC. Consequently, there are only two Braincrypt removal options left – use anti-malware software like FortectIntego or delete it manually (if you are an IT expert or a programmer). Please do not try to remove this virus if you lack computing skills. It is not an easy thing to do!

How did I infect my computer with this virus?

Speaking of ransomware distribution tactics, we can say that they hardly change^[4]. One thing is clear – any type of malware attempts to enter target computers in deceptive ways, often in the form of a Trojan horse. Ransomware typically spreads via emails that contain safe-looking attachments or URLs, which can instantly corrupt your files. It is enough to open them. So to protect your computer from malware, you should stay away from the suspicious content. Of course, it is hard to understand and identify dangers online, but we suggest you follow your common sense. If you are not 100% that the content you want to access is safe, bypass it.

However, there are professional and amateur cyber criminals. While low-level ones use basic malware distribution techniques, others show highly deceptive and sophisticated skills that allow them to obfuscate the malicious file professionally. For example, you can get a virus in the form of a Word or Excel file, also get a virus by clicking on a link that seems to point to a Google search result^[5], or get attacked by an exploit kit, which takes advantage of vulnerabilities in your computer system. In such case, only an up-to-date anti-malware software can defend your computer, so we highly recommend installing it.

What’s the best way to remove Braincrypt virus?

Remove Braincrypt virus as soon as you can. Please use a proper software for that and do not play with malicious files by yourself if you do not know a lot about malware and tricks that they use. Besides, you should not let other malware take advantage of Braincrypt ransomware’s leftovers, so run a system scan with anti-malware application to delete all of them. We strongly recommend using FortectIntego software for Braincrypt removal, but you can use another reputable program, too.