Storm Ransomware Removal Guide

Storm Ransomware is an application that should never be active on your operating system. If, unfortunately, it is already running on your PC, make sure not to waste any time and conduct its complete removal right away. This is paramount since this malware like any other ransomware might encrypt large amounts of data without any authorization or warning. It should be more than obvious that having such malicious piece of software active on your computer could have devastating consequences. Since the majority of users infect their PC with this ransomware due to lack of knowledge regarding virtual security, we present a few straightforward tips to help you improve your overall virtual security. Also, we present findings of our research team regarding the invasive inner workings of this malware along with its detailed removal guide. Use it to delete Storm Ransomware without encountering any major problems.

Storm Ransomware seems to be still under development, and there are a few reasons that imply this. During our research, malware experts have noticed that once you launch the executable of this malware, the encryption does not take place. In fact, nothing happens. Although this is good news for users that already have this ransomware fully active on their PC, it is important to note that there is a chance that it could start acting maliciously without any warning whatsoever. During the analysis it has been discovered that this malware is designed to lock files types such as .avi, .doc, .docx, .mpeg, .mp3, .mp4, .jpg, ppt, .pgn, pdf, .psd, and quite a few users. Thus, if it starts functioning, you could obviously lose a large amount of valuable data. Another reason that gives away the fact that this ransomware program is still not fully developed is the fact that the address provided for a transaction of Bitcoin in return for decryption services does not exist. It is also worth noting that the malicious program is targeted at a large number of Internet users since it is based on the .NET Framework, meaning that it is compatible with all currently active Windows operating systems. We highly advise you not to take any chances with Storm Ransomware and conduct its complete removal as soon as it found active on your PC; otherwise, you are taking a huge risk. To delete this devious program in just a few easy steps make sure to follow the instructions that we provide below.

If you wish to keep your computer free of Storm Ransomware or any other similar program, you must take preventative measures. Firstly and most importantly, be sure to install a professional antimalware tool if you do not have one already. Such a tool is critical because it provides overall system security at all times, meaning that it can detect and warn you beforehand about any virtual threat as well as it can terminate them in an automated manner. In addition to such a tool, you should also practice safe browsing habits. This means that you need to refrain yourself from all questionable third-party download websites since they are infamous for being the primary source of setup files filled with questionable and in some cases even malicious applications. Furthermore, you should always learn as much as you can about any program that you want to have active on your personal computer before actually downloading or installing it. That is important because, in quite a few cases, malware developers employ hoax advertising techniques to trick users into obtaining their devious products without understanding how they work. Finally, be extra cautious when it comes to email attachments that come your way from unidentifiable sources. Cyber crooks nowadays use spam email campaigns to distribute their invasive software on a large scale. By taking these seemingly simple precautionary steps, you will be able to maintain a fully secure and clean operating system at all times.

The complete removal of Storm Ransomware should be your utmost priority if this malware is already fully active on your PC. Make sure to use the instructions below. Keep in mind that you must terminate every single bit of this ransomware as it traces could prove to be quite dangerous as well. For example, the malware in question could be restored without your knowledge just with the help of a few leftovers. To be sure that the termination procedure has been successful, make sure to recheck your operating system for anything linked to Storm Ransomware once you are done with the instructions that we present below. If you happen to be a user that finds manual removal too complicated, you can use a professional antimalware tool to complete delete Storm Ransomware in a fully automated manner.

How to delete Storm Ransomware from your personal computer

1. Open the File Explorer.
2. Navigate to C:\Users\<your username>\Downloads.
3. Select a malicious .exe file and the tap Delete on your keyboard. Note that the name of this files could be random.
4. Right-click your Recycle Bin and select the Empty Recycle Bin option.