How to remove .RECOVERYOURFILES virus

.RECOVERYOURFILES virus is a ransomware that has a primary goal of extorting money

.RECOVERYOURFILES virus (also known as Auuahk-Ouuohk ransomware) – a cryptovirus that locks users' data and seeks to scare them into making the payment for the software which is supposed to restore it. This virus is a typical ransomware-type virus^[1] that modifies data on the targeted system by encrypting it with AES-128 and RSA-2048 ciphers. This program works silently in the system's background. However, once it finishes this task, it appends .RECOVERYOURFILES file extension to each of the encrypted file to inform the victim that there is malware on the device. The only option to get these files back on track, according to virus developers, is sending them a ransom. Malware creators are using INSTRUCTIONS_RECOVER_FILES.txt file to display their message to the victim.

 .RECOVERYOURFILES file virus belongs to file-encrypting ransomware category. This means that virus makes your files useless until you pay the ransom for those behind this malware. Ransomware performs this task by using RSA-2048 and AES-128 encryption methods. Once it finishes this procedure, the virus generates the ransom note and places this INSTRUCTIONS_RECOVER_FILES.txt file on every folder in the system. 

In this ransom message, virus developers state that the victim has to pay the money to receive the unique decryption key which is generated for every victim. However, these people are cybercriminals, and everything they say might be a lie. This decryption tool might not exist, so the only wise decision you can make is ignoring their commands, removing the ransomware and then using data recovery options that we provided below. 

.RECOVERYOURFILES ransomware seeks to inform the victim about the current situation by displaying such note in every folder with the encrypted data:

——- IMPORTANT INFORMATION ——– 
All your files are encrypted with RSA-2048 and AES-128 encryption.

Decrypting your files is only possible with our key.

This is your ID:

{UNIQUE ID}

SEND MAIL TO RECOVER:

auuahk@yandex.com 
ouuohk@eclipso.eu

If you want to get your files back, don't trust people behind this ransomware. You need to remove .RECOVERYOURFILES virus first and then focus on data recovery. Since there is no official decryption tool which is known to be safe, your only chance to recover your encrypted files is their backups. If you don't have them, you can use data recovery tools given below to recover separate files encrypted by ransomware.

.RECOVERYOURFILES virus removal requires professional anti-malware tools like FortectIntego. These programs can detect ransomware and other possible threats that might be related to this virus. Since it came silently, there is a possibility that cryptovirus has installed additional programs or tools on your system. You need to delete all of them before attempting any data recovery.

Ransomware infection might be hidden in spam email messages 

Typically, virus developers tend to infect specific files with the main file of the ransomware virus to get their victims into trouble. They have been spreading such viruses in the form of an infected email attachment or a malicious link that has to be clicked to infect the system properly. These email attachments may look safe since developers often use the names of legitimate services and companies. These PDF or Word files might look like a receipt or invoice but contain malicious macro viruses^[2] instead. 

Additionally, researchers^[3] often advise people to pay more attention to which websites they tend to visit. Suspicious websites may be designed to make users believe that they provide files people want to get: 

• Cracks;
• License activators;
• Program installers;
• Program updates;
• Generators. 

However, in reality, these can infect their potential victims with ransomware and similar viruses. To prevent this from happening, always keep your software up-to-date using trustworthy sources and don't forget to keep your anti-virus software updated to prevent malicious programs from sneaking inside undetected. 

.RECOVERYOURFILES virus elimination is crucial if you want to use your PC again

To remove .RECOVERYOURFILES virus, you need to employ anti-malware tools like FortectIntego or MalwarebytesMalwarebytes. Reboot your PC to the Safe mode or use System Restore to detect all possible threats in a few minutes. After this, you should double-check the system in normal mode and opt for recovering your files with the help of methods provided below. 

If .RECOVERYOURFILES virus removal if already finished, you can always try to recover your data from backups. However, if you have no extra copies of your files, you can only try these optional data recovery methods that we provided in this guide below. Just follow steps closely to get your files back.