How to remove Vtym ransomware virus

Vtym file virus collects commonly used files and locks them using the particular encryption algorithms

Vtym ransomware is a virus that explains to victims that the only option for file recovery is ransom payment. The program is created by criminals focused on their financial gains, so the ransom message _readme.txt and other instructions try to encourage you to be scared enough to willingly pay the amount asked from you. It can result in major financial losses and permanently damage data. Stay away from the malicious application entirely.

Vtym ransomware is a virus that attacks Windows computers by using stealthy infiltration methods. The infection can not be stopped once it starts. Even though users are mainly responsible for this, because if they download an email attachment or pirated software without knowing what's inside. Threat actors manage to inject payload in various files, so the distribution is quick and not noticed easily.

The .vtym extension is given to all encrypted files after they're locked by the virus using an army-grade encryption algorithm. The ransom note _readme.txt text file includes instructions on how you can recover your data if it was encrypted. The statement about the $980 payment and even the discount of 50% should not encourage you to pay since that can come to financial losses and damaged data still.

Instead of responding directly to the attackers or going through the email via support@sysmail.ch, supportsys@airmail.cc, helprestoremanager@airmail.cc, and contacting them, rely on virus removal instead. There are no guarantees that files can be recovered by them. Based on the reports and previous versions of this threat, criminals do not provide options for users.

Vtym ransomware is a computer infection that encrypts all personal files changing the original code and leading to the locking of data. The malware also drops an intimidating note demanding money be paid in the first 72 hours or the demand gets doubled. This aggressive type does offer discounts too, so it's more convincing for people. However, it is important to note that the hackers might not deliver on their end of giving out decryption tools. We, as other experts^[2] recommend not contacting them.

What is already known about this ransomware?

The Vtym ransomware is a cryptovirus that belongs to the malware family known as Djvu virus or STOP ransomware that was the first threat, and Djvu emerged from it. The particular family became active in 2019 and since then a lot has changed. Not in the favor of researchers or virus victims, however.

This virus encrypts all important files on your Windows computer and restricts access to them, causing severe problems for users who are trying desperately in order restore their data or make sure it doesn't get lost forever. Cybercriminals behind this attack explain how you can pay the ransom if desired and claims that this is the only solution. File recovery should not be considered while the threat is still active, however. 

These demands are listed in the ransom note:

ATTENTION!

Don't worry, you can return all your files!
All your files like pictures, databases, documents and other important are encrypted with strongest encryption and unique key.
The only method of recovering files is to purchase decrypt tool and unique key for you.
This software will decrypt all your encrypted files.
What guarantees you have?
You can send one of your encrypted file from your PC and we decrypt it for free.
But we can decrypt only 1 file for free. File must not contain valuable information.
You can get and look video overview decrypt tool:
hxxps://we.tl/t-XG8CpMbJwj
Price of private key and decrypt software is $980.
Discount 50% available if you contact us first 72 hours, that's price for you is $490.
Please note that you'll never restore your data without payment.
Check your e-mail “Spam” or “Junk” folder if you don't get answer more than 6 hours.

To get this software you need write on our e-mail:
support@sysmail.ch

Reserve e-mail address to contact us:
helprestoremanager@airmail.cc

Your personal ID:

Transfering payments to Vtym virus creators can end up with issues on the machine and additional malware released on the computer instead of the decryption tool delivery. You should remove the infection as soon as possible and then worry about the issues created by the threat activities and your lost data.

1. Removal of the infection requires professional tools with an AV detection engine

The Vtym ransomware virus can infect devices quickly because it releases various files with a malware payload. The infection starts off when someone clicks on an infected link or opens a malicious email attachment that downloads this particular type of ransomware onto the device, which is how fast these things are distributed nowadays. Fully terminating the threat helps avoid secondary rounds of encryption and permanent data damage.

Vtym file virus is the one that can damage your valuable files, so you would likely pay the ransom. There's a serious infection on the system once those files get locked, and it means that the infection needs to be removed immediately. Otherwise, it will execute file corruption by triggering other processes.

You can remove all threats even a little bit related to this infection, and that can be done with anti-malware tools or security programs. Threats are detectable by these security tools like SpyHunterCombo Cleaner and MalwarebytesMalwarebytes, so the Vtym ransomware can be one of the malicious pieces indicated on the screen after a full system scan. Rely on trustworthy tools and make sure to double-check before anything else.

2. Clearing the Vtym file virus leftovers and damage

Vtym ransomware is a serious piece of malware that can affect the machine significantly with additional processes as well. For example, an infection can alter the Windows registry database, damage vital bootup, and other sections, delete or corrupt DLL files, etc. Once a system file is damaged by malware, antivirus software is not capable of doing anything about it, leaving it just the way it is. 

Therefore, we highly recommend using a one-of-a-kind, patented technology of FortectIntego repair. Not only can it fix virus damage after the infection, but it is also capable of removing malware that has already broken into the system thanks to several engines used by the program. Besides, the application is also capable of fixing various Windows-related issues that are not caused by malware infections, for example, Blue Screen errors, freezes, registry errors, damaged DLLs, etc.

• Download the application by clicking on the link above
• Click on the ReimageRepair.exe
  
  
• If User Account Control (UAC) shows up, select Yes
• Press Install and wait till the program finishes the installation process
• The analysis of your machine will begin immediately
• Once complete, check the results – they will be listed in the Summary
• You can now click on each of the issues and fix them manually
• If you see many problems that you find difficult to fix, we recommend you purchase the license and fix them automatically.

An additional tip for decryption – available tool

Vtym file virus belongs to a dangerous family of threats that were decryptable for a year once it came out. Since August 2019 this is the advanced version of ransomware that has spread quickly and stealthily. Improvements took the decryption opportunity from victims and researchers, so the newer versions coming out weekly are not decryptable.

It is because of the advanced coding methods and techniques introduces a few years back. The infection relies on keys to identify victims' devices, and for the most part, these variants use online ids that are unique for each device despite the version of the threat. However, for the online ID, there is a need for the proper C&C server connection^[3] that might not be possible each time.

If the connection fails, Vtym ransomware uses offline ids that are unique with the virus, not the device, so all computers can be decrypted once one key is obtained by the researcher or some of the victims pay the ransom for it. This is how the threat family was decrypted before the newest alterations. Since the connection sometimes might fail, you can try and check if you can use these possible options.

If your computer got infected with one of the Djvu variants, you should try using Emsisoft decryptor for Djvu/STOP. It is important to mention that this tool will not work for everyone – it only works if data was locked with an offline ID due to malware failing to communicate with its remote servers.

Even if your case meets this condition, somebody from the victims has to pay criminals, retrieve an offline key, and then share it with security researchers at Emsisoft. As a result, you might not be able to restore the encrypted files immediately. Thus, if the decryptor says your data was locked with an offline ID but cannot be recovered currently, you should try later. You also need to upload a set of files – one encrypted and a healthy one to the company's servers before you proceed.

• Download the app from the official Emsisoft website.
• After pressing Download button, a small pop-up at the bottom, titled decrypt_STOPDjvu.exe should show up – click it.
• If User Account Control (UAC) message shows up, press Yes.
• Agree to License Terms by pressing Yes.
  
  
• After Disclaimer shows up, press OK.
• The tool should automatically populate the affected folders, although you can also do it by pressing Add folder at the bottom.
  
• Press Decrypt.
  
  

From here, there are three available outcomes:

1. “Decrypted!” will be shown under files that were decrypted successfully – they are now usable again.
2. “Error: Unable to decrypt file with ID:” means that the keys for this version of the virus have not yet been retrieved, so you should try later.
3. “This ID appears to be an online ID, decryption is impossible” – you are unable to decrypt files with this tool.

Remember that decryption and virus termination is not the same. Infection and file locking are two separate processes, and both need to be taken care of before you use the machine normally again. If you run SpyHunterCombo Cleaner, MalwarebytesMalwarebytes on the machine, this infection can be removed, and all related files get deleted alongside the Vtym file virus.

Then you can think about file repair and data recovery. However, do not forget about the proper virus termination and double-check before adding additional files on the machine. Running the FortectIntego also helps to find the virus damage and clean any leftovers. Then you can check options for Vtym ransomware decryption and file repair.