FailedAccess ransomware virus. How to remove? (Uninstall guide)
FailedAccess ransomware itself is a foolish virus that was defeated already
FailedAccess virus is a computer virus that is also known under CryptoSomware virus name. It is yet another open-source ransomware based[1] malware variant that encrypts files on Desktop\projet sans fils\test folder only. During the encryption, the malicious program marks each file with .FailedAccess file extension. It seeks to corrupt all kinds of important records, such as documents, photos, videos, and audio files. The reason why this virus targets only one location on the computer is that it is a test version of the virus. However, even before the ransomware managed to emerge in public, malware analysts released a decryptor for it. The decryptor is called Stupid Decryptor, and it works for other poorly-programmed HiddenTear spin-offs such as JeepersCrypt, SnakeEye, and others.
The virus displays a window called “You are Hacked by J.H,” which says:
Your all files are encrypted
If you to decrypt send some money on given address and take you key
Good by
The ransomware is clearly created by someone who lacks programming and of course English-speaking skills, because not only the virus’ code, but also the message left for the victim is full of mistakes. If your PC was infected, you should remove FailedAccess malware immediately with the help of software that is capable of deleting ransomware-type viruses; therefore we recommend using Reimage or Malwarebytes Anti Malware software. After deleting the virus, you can use the decryptor that is described at the end of the article, right below FailedAccess removal tutorial.
Select 'Safe Mode with Networking'
Select 'Enable Safe Mode with Networking'
Select 'Safe Mode with Command Prompt'
Select 'Enable Safe Mode with Command Prompt'
Enter 'cd restore' without quotes and press 'Enter'
Enter 'rstrui.exe' without quotes and press 'Enter'
When 'System Restore' window shows up, select 'Next'
Select your restore point and click 'Next'
Click 'Yes' and start system restore
Learn how this virus spreads
Ransomware-type[2] viruses usually spread via malicious spam[3], and if we think about the banality of this virus, it is clear that its developer simply isn’t experienced enough to employ advanced malware distribution techniques such as exploit kits[4] or malvertising[5]. Therefore, the biggest chance to infect your PC with such or similar low-level ransomware virus is to open an email attachment or link sent by someone you don’t know. We suggest you carefully look at the email address of the sender every time someone sends you an email message before even opening it. You must realize that legitimate emails sent by reputable companies usually have company’s name after @ sign, and scammers try to create similar-looking fakes just to convince the victim to open them. For example, joshua-amazon-support@india.com doesn’t actually work at Amazon. Keep that in mind and stay clear of such deceptive emails that deliver malware-laden attachments.
Remove FailedAccess ransomware
If your computer has been compromised, we have no doubts that you are looking for a way to remove FailedAccess virus the easiest and fastest way possible. Therefore, there are no doubts that the safest and quickest method to exterminate the malicious software is to run a system check with professional malware removal software. For this case, our team recommends using the Reimage software. Before you run it, begin FailedAccess removal by rebooting your computer according to this tutorial we provided.
Manual FailedAccess virus Removal Guide:
Remove FailedAccess using Safe Mode with Networking
First of all, get rid of the virus. Here’s the right way to do it.
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Step 1: Reboot your computer to Safe Mode with Networking
Windows 7 / Vista / XP- Click Start → Shutdown → Restart → OK.
- When your computer becomes active, start pressing F8 multiple times until you see the Advanced Boot Options window.
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Select Safe Mode with Networking from the list
Windows 10 / Windows 8- Press the Power button at the Windows login screen. Now press and hold Shift, which is on your keyboard, and click Restart..
- Now select Troubleshoot → Advanced options → Startup Settings and finally press Restart.
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Once your computer becomes active, select Enable Safe Mode with Networking in Startup Settings window.
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Step 2: Remove FailedAccess
Log in to your infected account and start the browser. Download Reimage or other legitimate anti-spyware program. Update it before a full system scan and remove malicious files that belong to your ransomware and complete FailedAccess removal.
If your ransomware is blocking Safe Mode with Networking, try further method.
Remove FailedAccess using System Restore
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Step 1: Reboot your computer to Safe Mode with Command Prompt
Windows 7 / Vista / XP- Click Start → Shutdown → Restart → OK.
- When your computer becomes active, start pressing F8 multiple times until you see the Advanced Boot Options window.
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Select Command Prompt from the list
Windows 10 / Windows 8- Press the Power button at the Windows login screen. Now press and hold Shift, which is on your keyboard, and click Restart..
- Now select Troubleshoot → Advanced options → Startup Settings and finally press Restart.
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Once your computer becomes active, select Enable Safe Mode with Command Prompt in Startup Settings window.
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Step 2: Restore your system files and settings
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Once the Command Prompt window shows up, enter cd restore and click Enter.
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Now type rstrui.exe and press Enter again..
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When a new window shows up, click Next and select your restore point that is prior the infiltration of FailedAccess. After doing that, click Next.
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Now click Yes to start system restore.
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Once the Command Prompt window shows up, enter cd restore and click Enter.
Bonus: Recover your data
Guide which is presented above is supposed to help you remove FailedAccess from your computer. To recover your encrypted files, we recommend using a detailed guide prepared by 2-spyware.com security experts.If your files are encrypted by FailedAccess, you can use several methods to restore them:
Use StupidDecrypter to decrypt your files
Malware analyst Michael Gillespie has created a tool called StupidDecrypter to address all poorly-programmed ransomware viruses. This tool is powerful enough to decrypt files marked with .powned, .nazi, .killedxxx, .failedaccess, .deria, .devil, android, .snakeeye, and some other file extensions.
Finally, you should always think about the protection of crypto-ransomwares. In order to protect your computer from FailedAccess and other ransomwares, use a reputable anti-spyware, such as Reimage, Plumbytes Anti-MalwareWebroot SecureAnywhere AntiVirus or Malwarebytes Anti Malware
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References
- ^ Jornt van der Wiel. Hidden tear and its spin offs. Securelist. Information about Viruses, Hackers and Spam.
- ^ Ransomware facts. Microsoft. Malware Protection Center.
- ^ Darya Gudkova, Maria Vergelis, Nadezhda Demidova, Tatyana Shcherbakova. Spam and phishing in 2016. Securelist. Information about Viruses, Hackers and Spam.
- ^ Exploit Kit. Trend Micro USA. Threat Encyclopedia.
- ^ Alex Hern. Major sites including New York Times and BBC hit by 'ransomware' malvertising. The Guardian. News, sport and opinion from the Guardian's US edition.