Ryuk Ransomware Removal Guide

Ryuk Ransomware encrypts files on targeted computer with robust encryption algorithms to make them unusable. In exchange for decryption tools, the hackers ask each victim to pay a ransom. We cannot say what the price is as it seems the malware’s developers decide on it after the computer’s owner contacts them. Another thing we should mention is, based on the text available on the ransom note it looks like the threat targets only companies and organizations. To get to know this malicious application better and learn details like how the malware spreads or how it works you should read the rest of this text. Additionally, we will place step by step deletion instructions at the end of the article so those who encounter it could learn how to remove Ryuk Ransomware manually.

Ryuk Ransomware might get in through malicious Spam emails or unsecured RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol) connections. Therefore, it is most likely the malware might be able to enter the system because of the user’s careless actions or device’s vulnerabilities. Consequently, what we would recommend is checking all suspicious data with a reliable security tool before opening it to avoid such malicious programs in the future. Plus, it would be smart to stay away from Spam emails, untrustworthy file-sharing web pages and so on. It is just as important to make sure the computer has no vulnerabilities that hackers might be able to exploit. To eliminate weaknesses, users could update the software that might be out of date and replace possibly weak or compromised passwords.

If Ryuk Ransomware is installed, it should encrypt various files found on the device and then delete shadow copies so victims could not recover their data. Our specialists say it is important to know the threat can restart with the operating system and then encrypt new files too. Thus, if you plan on creating or receiving new data on the infected computer, you should probably remove the malware first. Moreover, after enciphering targeted files, Ryuk Ransomware should show a ransom note claiming the user has to contact the hackers to learn decryption price and for each day he wastes the malicious application's creators will add 0.5 BTC to the main sum. The cybercriminals also try to reassure their victims they will deliver the promised decryption tools by saying they are not scammers and promising a free decryption service for 2-3 encrypted files. However, even if they can prove they can decrypt your data it still does not guarantee they will give you the means to do so yourself.

Provided, the victim does not want to risk losing his money we would recommend ignoring the note and erasing Ryuk Ransomware as fast as possible. Users who would like to try to eliminate it manually could follow the instructions located at the end of this text to find out how to locate and delete the malicious application’s files. Another way to get rid of this malware is to check the system with a reliable security tool and then erase it along with other detected threats by pressing the given removal button.

Get rid of Ryuk Ransomware

1. Tap Ctrl+Alt+Delete.
2. Select Task Manager.
3. Locate a particular process belonging to the malicious application.
4. Mark it and press End Task.
5. Exit Task Manager.
6. Press Win+E.
7. Locate the given directories:
   %TEMP%
   %USERPROFILE%\Desktop
   %USERPROFILE%\Downloads
8. Find a malicious file received before the malware appeared, right-click the doubtful file and select Delete.
9. Exit File Explorer.
10. Press Win+R.
11. Type Regedit and choose OK.
12. Go to HKCU\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
13. Find a value name called svchos, right-click it and select Delete.
14. Exit Registry Editor.
15. Empty your Recycle Bin.
16. Reboot the system.