How to remove Iron Unlocker Ransomware and decrypt .encry files

What is Iron Unlocker Ransomware?

Iron Unlocker Ransomware is a modified version of infamous Maktub ransomware that, like a previous one, makes files on victim’s computer unavailable. While encrypting, virus adds .encry extension to all infected files. For example, “mydoc.doc” will turn into “mydoc.doc.encry”. To get files back, a user is offered to pay ransom as described in the ransom note (!HELP_YOUR_FILES.HTML) which a virus creates upon completion.

The text is given in the ransom note:

Warning! Your personal files are encrypted.

Your documents, photos, databases and other important files have been encrypted with strongest encryption and unique key, generated for this computer. Private decryption key is stored on a secret Internet server and nobody can decrypt your files until you pay and obtain the private key. The server will eliminate they key after a time period specified in this window.

At the time of writing, amount of ransom is about 1400$ ransom in BitCoins. However, we urge you not to contact them as it’s fraught with money loss. The thing is that malefactors often disappear once money is transferred. To complicate matters further, Iron Unlocker Ransomware also deletes all shadow copies of files which are necessary for data restore. But, don’t despair, the virus doesn’t delete your files which means you have a good chance to get them back. First, you need to remove Iron Unlocker Ransomware and then use one of the decryption tools. Here you’ll find a detailed instruction which, hopefully, will help you.

How Iron Unlocker ransomware gets on your PC?

This type of virus can be infiltrated through several methods, including a freeware software, spam messages, trojans, software from dangerous sources, etc. A process of installation can start hidden and automatically. Besides that, some malware programs can mark Iron Unlocker Ransomware as a trusted software program.

What to do if your PC is infected with Iron Unlocker ransomware

As soon as you notice the presence of the ransomware on your system, you should turn your computer off. If it is possible to try to create a backup or image of your hard drive info. This may let you to reserve the state of your drives in case a decryption method would be created afterward.

How to remove Iron Unlocker ransomware?

To make sure that the ransomware won’t reappear, you need to delete Iron Unlocker ransomware completely. For this you need to remove the files and registry entries of the ransomware. We should warn you that performing some of the steps may require above-average skills, so if you don’t feel experienced enough, you may apply to automatic removal tool.

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Performing an antimalware scan with Norton would automatically search out and delete all elements related to Iron Unlocker ransomware. It is not only the easiest way to eliminate Iron Unlocker ransomware but also the safest and the most assuring one.

How to decrypt and restore .encry files

Restore files with an automatic tool

There is a possible way to decrypt .encry files using Data Recovery Pro that would help you recover your files in the absence of required decryptor.

1. Download Stellar Data Recovery and launch it
2. Select the drive you want to recover and click START SCAN
3. After scanning is finished, you are presented with a list of recoverable files found.
4. Select the required files and click the Recover

Decrypt files using our decryption service

You may try using our own service for decrypting files compromised by ransomware-type viruses. The analysis of data takes 3-5 days, after which, we will let you know whether it’s decryptable or not. Note: the service is paid, payment is charged only for decryption, the analysis is free. In order to use our service, you should fill out the form listed below.

Also, please add a log file, created on your PC:

1. Click “Start” and type: “cmd.exe” in the search box
2. Right-click “cmd.exe” and select “Run as administrator“
3. In command line, type or copy/paste following: dir C:\ /a/s > “%userprofile%\dirc.log”
4. Find and attach the created “%userprofile%\dirc.log” file to the web form

Please attach encrypted text files according to the following conditions:

1. number of files should not exceed 4;
2. file size is not more than 8 megabytes;
3. files must be from different folders;
4. files must be unique.

Restore the system

1. Initiate the search for system restore
2. Click on the result
3. Choose the date before the infection appearance
4. Follow the on-screen instructions

Roll the files back to the previous version

1. Right-click the file and choose Properties
2. Open the Previous Version tab
3. Select the latest version and click Copy
4. Click Restore

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If the above-mentioned methods didn’t help in eliminating the threat, then it’s better to rely on an automatic way of deleting Iron Unlocker ransomware.

How to prevent ransomware infection

To prevent infection with ransomware-type viruses, you should have proper antimalware software. This method is convenient because it allows you to detect a virus before it penetrates, and therefore to avoid infection and the loss of all your data. It is capable of protecting not only home computers but also server systems in large organizations. Download antimalware program to secure your system and privacy.
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