How to remove Proticc ransomware

Proticc – ransomware which only pretends to encrypt files with RSA-2048 and just locks the computer screen

Proticc ransomware is a dangerous virus which sneaks into the system unnoticed and starts modifying the Windows Registry. As a result, the infection locks the victim's computer screen and denies any actions that the user tries to perform on it. Moreover, Proticc virus imitates the file encryption by adding the .lol extension to each “corrupted” file. After that, this cyber threat displays a ransom message which announces about the fake encryption and urges a ransom to be paid to unlock the blocked documents. It gives one hour of time after which files will be lost permanently. However, do not believe in such lies as this virus DOES NOT encrypt any documents but only pretends to do it to get money from gullible users.

Proticc ransomware ransom note does not include precise details about the ransom type or the crook's email address. However, it announces that files were “encrypted” by using a secret code called RSA-2048^[1] and you have only one hour to recover them back:

Proticc Ransomware
YOU HAVE BEEN ENCRYPTED BY PROTICC
RANSOMWARE !
Your personal files have been safely encrypted on this PC: photos, videos,
documents, etc. Below you can see list with encrypted files . To decrypt
them you need to enter a valid key . Hurry up because you have ONLY 1
HOUR to decrypt them , when the timer finishes all encrypted files will be
deleted !

Good Luck !

List with encrypted files :

Ransomware-type viruses usually urge for cryptocurrency as the type of ransom. Most often Bitcoin or Monero is required as the currency to be transferred. Cybercriminals state such requirements for the process to stay safe and untrackable. They can easily scam users, take their money, and run away without any consequences.

Proticc ransomware creates dubious registry entries to be able to perform its harmful activity. This also allows the ransomware to launch automatically every time the user starts its computer, and lock your computer screen without letting you perform any actions on it. After such action, the victim is not able to use its computer screen properly until it is unlocked and the virus is gone from the system.

If you spot this ransomware on your computer, be quick to remove Proticc virus as it is a very dangerous cyber threat which might even open a path for other malware forms to easily enter your computer system. If you want to repair the damage that was done by the infection, we recommend installing FortectIntego or any other similar tool.

After you perform the Proticc removal, you will return your computer to its starter position that it was in before the cyber attack. Talking about file decryption, there is nothing to recover as the threat just pretended to corrupt your documents. You should proceed with virus elimination and take care of files' backups as precautionary measures to avoid similar infections in the future.

Prevent ransomware infections by paying more attention to email that you receive

According to malware researchers^[2], various malware forms including ransomware are commonly spread by cyber crooks through phishing email messages. Criminals drop hazardous payload which looks like something legitimate, e.g., recommended updates. This type of content comes as an attachment or link inserted into the email message. If you receive a spam message and you are not expecting anything important recently, be quick to eliminate it permanently and do not open any clipped attachments as they might easily launch the ransomware infection.

Moreover, protect yourself from ransomware by avoiding third-party networks such as peer-to-peer^[3] ones. As these pages lack required protection and come improperly disclosed, they might easily include hazardous content inside. For higher protection, install an antivirus tool and update it regularly. This computer security software will let you perform system scans once in a while and detect various infections possible.

Delete the Proticc ransomware virus

If you spotted the first symptoms, you need to remove Proticc virus as soon as possible. This ransomware-type cyber threat will cause even more damage if left in the system for a longer period. Use FortectIntego, SpyHunterCombo Cleaner or MalwarebytesMalwarebytes as anti-malware tools for the elimination process. Note that manual deletion is not possible for this case as the cyber threat is hazardous and might leave various components behind that can be unseen when you perform the manual removal.

After you carry out the Proticc removal, make sure you perform some system backups. We want to remember you that there are no files to decrypt, so you can stay calm after the elimination process is finished as all you need to do is get rid of the ransomware itself. Make sure you take some prevention methods to avoid similar infections in the future and protect your computer system from various possible damage.