The virus encrypted files in XTBL - what to do?

There are many malicious computer programs. Each day their number increases, they become more professional and dangerous. Not all antiviruses can fight them. Recently, such a problem became popular when the virus encrypted files in XTBL. The user does not have access to personal information.

How to act in this case? Unfortunately, many users make common mistakes, as a result of which they do not eliminate the problem, but make it more large-scale. Therefore, it is necessary to consider the instruction to action in detail.

What does the virus do on the computer?

Every malicious program comes in a certain way. But the principles of their action are approximately the same. First they are downloaded to the computer via the Internet, removable media or some other way.

Then there is a direct impact on the OS or software. Tasks for all malware vary, but they do not start working until they are in the computer.

After the virus has encrypted the files in XTBL, the user will invariably start trying to open them. Which, naturally, will not happen. But in a prominent place will be a text document (or notebook) with an appeal to read it. It indicates the number of the purse or card on which the creator of the virus will require a money transfer. In return, he will return access to information. Also, the data can be supplemented with a note that independent attempts to cope with the elimination of the problem can lead to a complete loss of information.

In addition to encryption, the virus changes the file names. Usually, he uses a random character set for this.

What do we have to do?

When the virus starts working, your files are encrypted, and the process started relatively recently, you can take several attempts to minimize harm:

1. Use the Task Manager to stop the encryption process. If your computer is connected to the Internet, you must disable it. Some malicious programs work through the network.
2. Write down the code / purse number or cards that are offered in the text document. This file may later undergo an attack, albeit unlikely.
3. Check the computer for installed antivirus software. Best of all, Kaspersky works, but he's conflicting. If you can help, then only after removing other antivirus software from your computer.

All these actions will not help to eliminate encryption, but they will slow down the process. You can also send the antivirus developers the original malware file. Then the process to protect against such a Trojan will go faster.

What do not you need?

When a serious virus encrypts CBF files, they can be decrypted either by a fresh anti-virus program or by a qualified specialist. There are actions that in no case can be practiced by users:

• Disinfect or remove malware automatically or by yourself. Removing the source of the problem will not help to cope with it.
• Reinstall the OS.
• Use decoders recommended for solving similar problems with other Trojans (they all differ significantly in the codes).
• Use decoders yourself, without having the skills to select them, or without having previously received the advice of professionals.
• Clean temporary files, history in the browser, or delete files that are not necessary (the virus can change their location, not just the names, as a result, important information is lost to the user).
• Change the properties of encrypted files.

By the way, these rules should be adhered to if any other virus-encryptor was downloaded to the computer.

Solutions and problems

When the virus encrypts files in XTBL, the user can not immediately determine it. The distress signals are, first, the sudden appearance and disappearance of data. Secondly, the PC starts to hang, despite the fact that the processor is not actually loaded. And thirdly, on the monitor from time to time a window appears where the creator and / or distributor of malicious software requires the user to transfer money.

Recovering virus-encrypted files can be successful, or maybe not. It all depends on the complexity of the Trojan. But there are two simple ways to do this.

In the first case, the user pays money to the distributor of the virus. Disadvantages of the method may not work. And the probability is quite large.

In the second case, you need to hire programmers who, using the available utilities and development, will try to return the encrypted information. The method is efficient, but time consuming and financially.

You can also use one of the offered programs, but there is no guarantee that it will work.

Program for decryption

The best way to decrypt the files encrypted by the virus is through specialized programs. An excellent utility is VectorDecode. You can download it on the official website.

Users note several advantages of the program in question:

1. Low cost.
2. Convenience and ease of use. With an interface and settings, even an unsophisticated user can cope.
3. Works with many encrypted files, including CBF, VAULT and XTBL. Quickly restores information, opening the user's access to personal data.
4. Written by a group of programmers who sought to create a universal weapon against encryption viruses.

Thus, by means of a small program for which you will have to pay (there is no public access to it), you can eliminate the consequences of the virus.

Tasks of the user

After the virus "quilted jacket" encrypted files, users face two main tasks. First, he needs to save information. Any program that handles encryption does not work instantly. It takes time. Therefore, the earlier the virus is detected, the less damage it will cause. If the user does not know how to terminate the process in the manager, then he needs to turn off the equipment. When the technology does not work, the viruses on it are also not capable of action.

Secondly, you need to save all the data on hacking, so that you can explore them. Chances are great that the attack was carried out by a virus that is already known to programmers and developers of antivirus software. But there is a chance that it is new. And then only data from the hack will help write a program to fix the problem. To do this, you do not need to turn on the computer after the power is turned off or delete any files from its hard disks.

The main thing is not to panic if the system is attacked. The problem is complex, but you can eliminate it. It is important not to launch the situation, nor to try to solve it yourself, if there are no relevant skills.

Types of encryptors

There are several malicious software, which are usually classified as encryptors:

• Trojan-Ransom.Win32.Rector. This worm usually asks you to send SMS. From the subscriber's account, money is withdrawn. The consequences of its activities are eliminated by the utility RectorDecryptor.
• Trojan-Ransom.Win32.Xorist. The virus displays a window on the monitor where it is required to send the code by mail, and then sends the instructions with further actions. The consequences are fixed with XoristDecryptor.

If the virus encrypts DOC XLS files, you can try to find the decryptor by the name of the malware. By the way, recently such useful programs are released by Dr.Web (of course, the licensed version).

Conclusion

The fact is that if the virus encrypted the files in XTBL, then some data can be restored immediately. If the work is going to be difficult, then even experienced professionals will not take it for it. It is much better to take preventive measures: do not download suspicious files on the Internet, do not follow links, do not open strange letters. It would be nice to get a high-quality antivirus, and also not to use foreign removable media without preliminary verification. Then the computer will be reliably protected, and you will not have to face such troubles.