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  • Verified · Jan 2018

How to remove MadBit ransomware

A step-by-step removal guide for affected devices. Follow the verified procedure below — most readers complete it in under 10 minutes.

Jake Doevan · Computer technology expert

MadBit ransomware prevents you from accessing your files

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MadBit virus is classified as a ransomware which encrypts files using AES algorithms and demands to pay the ransom[1]. Victims receive the ransom note in the form of the madbit encryptor: Hello, you are encrypted! window which encourages to contact the criminals via adaline.lowell.85@mail.ru email as soon as possible.

MadBit ransom note states the following:

You have to pay for decryption in Bitcoins. The price depends on how fast you write to us.
After payment we will send you the decryption tool, that will decrypt all your files.
FREE DECRYPTION AS GUARANTEE
Before paying you can send to us up to 1 files for free decryption
Please note: that files must NOT contain valuable information and their total size must be less than 1Mb

The amount of the demanded payment for decryption of files with .enc extension supposedly varies from the time period during which the victim manages to get in touch with the crooks. MadBit developers insist on paying the ransom in Bitcoins to keep their anonymity[2].

MadBit ransomware illustration

Additionally, the victims of MadBit ransomware can send one file (less than 1 Mb) to check whether the decryptor actually works. However, it should not contain any valuable information, according to the cybercriminals. Even though it might seem the only option to trust the criminals, we do not recommend doing that. 

You can either get tricked to pay even more for MadBit decryptor or do not receive it at all. Also, you should not trust the third-party tools which are offered as effective programs to deal with ransomware. They might be expensive and useless as well as designed to swindle money from gullible people. 

Therefore, safely remove MadBit with FortectIntego or another professional anti-malware software. Note that you will be able to recover files using backups stored in the cloud and other external devices. In case you do not have copies of your data, feel free to try alternative recovery methods which are listed at the end of this article.

Moreover, if you are unable to download the security software, you should check the guide below. It will explain how to disable the virus and complete MadBit removal successfully. However, make sure to follow it strictly.

Ransomware developers use deceptive techniques to spread the infections

While the distribution methods might seem different, they are all based on the reckless behavior of computer users. Criminals send obfuscate email letters or fake software updates which look legitimate and convincing. Likewise, many people make thoughtless decisions and end up manually installing malware.

Spam emails often are designed to impersonate well-known brands or companies to trick people into believing that it is legitimate. Usually, the letters hold an attachment with ransomware executable and encourage to click on it for further information. Once clicked, it enables the download of the file-encrypting virus.

Another distribution technique is similar to the latter one, just fake software updates are placed on file-sharing websites or promoted as pop-ups. Users are informed that they supposedly cannot see the whole content of the page or use the software since it needs an update like Adobe Flash Player. Unfortunately, this is merely an attempt to lure inexperienced computer users into downloading malware.

Remove MadBit virus now

The only way to complete MadBit removal without any complications is to employ a professional anti-malware software. You can use FortectIntego, MalwarebytesMalwarebytes, or SpyHunterCombo Cleaner. These are our top picks since they are easy to use for a regular computer user and powerful enough to deal with ransomware.

Also, according to BedyNet.ru[3] experts, you might be blocked to download the security software. Likewise, follow the instructions below and they will help you to remove MadBit easily. Additionally, do not forget to check the list of recovery tools you can use after ransomware attack. 

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