Remove POSHCODER Ransomware, Learn to Decrypt Files on Windows

What is POSHCODER Virus? 

POSHCODER (PoshCoder) virus comes out as a new type of malware which has been universally subdivided as ransomware infection, capable of assaulting Windows operating system (OS). Very similar to another recent ransomware - CryptoDefense virus, POSHCODER infection can often invade a targeted computer without host’s awareness and permission. As long as being installed, it will restrict the access to the Windows that it infects and encrypts the victim’s data by forcibly renaming the files such as .txt, .doc, .xls, or psd illustrator files to .POSHCODER files. It commonly only leave one unlock Files.vbs in each folder where it encrypted the files. In order to decrypt locked files and Windows, POSHCODER ransomware will then demand victims to pay a sum of money or Bitcoins that can be paid through Bitcoin wallet.

For some non-bitcoin users, POSHCODER infection may also provide the links about how and where to purchase Bitcoins so as to decrypt all the data on affected computer. However, when users click on the “sponsored” link, they may be redirected to malicious websites that is operated by the malware distributors. In this way, they could remotely analyze the operating environment of your computer, and then dig out more security vulnerabilities to get all possible exploits. Afterwards, attackers may directly access targeted machine and take control of Windows to do further harm. If this is the case, they may steal your personal data freely and corrupt the affected operating system drastically. As a result, it is urgent to remove POSHCODER (PoshCoder) virus from computer to safeguard PC as well as privacy for good.

Note: NEVER PAY MONEY ON POSHCODER (PoshCoder) virus, as it is only a ransom virus designed by cyber criminals for illegal purpose. If you are frustrated while removing the virus, please be free to ask help from VilmaTech 24/7 online experts here for real-time support.

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How does POSHCODER Ransomware Spread

1.    POSHCODER (PoshCoder) virus may be distributed by malicious websites or other legitimate websites that have compromised to malware distributors.
2.    POSHCODER (PoshCoder) virus may be spread on a targeted PC with the aid of SPAM email carrying links or attachments.
3.    POSHCODER (PoshCoder) virus may be delivered by some bogus applications’ downloads that can be manually downloaded from Internet resources.

Best Way to Remove POSHCODER Virus

Similar as other ransomware POSHCODER virus is one form of sophisticated malware designed by cyber criminals, which has the capability to evade the detection and removal from antivirus application or other security tool by forcibly blocking it from running or accessing Internet. Hence, you may not be able to do anything on affected PC as long as being attacked by POSHCODER virus. As a result, it is strongly recommended to adopt the almighty manual removal to terminate POSHCODER ransomware from Windows permanently and decrypt all data on PC.

Manually Remove POSHCODER Ransomware(How to)

1.    Reboot in "Safe Mode with Command Prompt".

If you are Windows 7, XP and Vista users:

To do this, restart the computer and before the Windows logo appears, tap the F8 key, a menu will appear, choose Safe Mode with Command Prompt and press the Enter key on the keyboard.

If you are Windows 8 users:

• Restart your computer. As your computer restarts but before Windows launches, hold down the Shift key and repeatedly hit the F8 key (Shift+F8), this will sometimes boot you into the new advanced “Recovery Mode”, where you can choose to see advanced repair options. Please click on See advanced repair options Button to go ahead.
• You will get this Choose an option Screen after you clicked on See advanced repair options. Now you will need to click on the Troubleshoot option to continue.
• When you get on this Troubleshoot Screen, you can see there are three options listed, please click on or select the Advanced Options.
• Now you are at the Windows Startup Settings option, by the looks of things we were never meant to find Safe Mode with Command Prompt, you are required to click on Restart Button to continue.
• When you are at the Advanced Boot Options, use the arrow keys to highlight the “Safe Mode with Command Prompt” option, and then press ENTER or Press a number to choose from the option. 

2. Remove the files and registry files of POSHCODER virus.

• Once the command prompt, type the command: regedit. 

• Expand the tree by clicking on the +.
• Search for all the files and registry entries related to POSHCODER.
• Right click to remove them all. (Note: New files and entries are creating each day.)

%AppData%\NPSWF32.dll
%AppData%\Protector-.exe
%AllUsersProfile%\ApplicationData\.exe(rnd)
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\System “DisableRegedit”={rnd}
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run”"
HKCU\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer\DisallowRun”"

• Restart to check the effect. 

 

Video Guide on How to Backup Windows Registry 

Important Note: Manual removal of POSHCODER virus is a process of high complexity and should be performed with extreme caution, or mal-operation often results in loss of precious data even system crash. Therefore, if you're not familiar with that, it is suggested that you back up Windows registry first before carrying out the approach, or better get help from a VilmaTech Online Computer Expert here. You will get real-time and professional tech support.