CVLocker Ransomware

CVLocker Ransomware is a new threat that rather seems like either a fake ransomware program or a work in progress. Nevertheless, it has appeared on the web spreading and thus we need to share with you what we have found out about this malware infection. First and foremost, this current version does not encrypt your files; therefore, there is no need to get into a shock state when you see the ransom note window appearing on your screen. This time you are in the luck and you can remove CVLocker Ransomware without losing your precious personal files since it only claims that they have been encrypted. However, this should be a serious sign for you to start making regular backups onto a removable hard disk or to cloud storage. Before you scroll down to the bottom to find out how you can delete this ransomware from your system, let us tell you more about this infection so that you may be able to avoid similar attacks in the future.

There are two main methods we have found for this infection to spread on the net. It is quite likely that you let it on board when you open a spam e-mail and save and launch its attachment. You should never open questionable e-mails and download their attachment. This is how most ransomware programs are actually distributed because cyber criminals can reach a great number of potential victims this way. And, they know exactly how easy it is to deceive inexperienced computer users. It is enough if the spam seems to come from an authority, state department, a bank, an Internet provider, a well-known hotel, and so on, and you would most likely consider it authentic and legitimate, right? This is further confirmed by the subject line that usually regards an issue that you would believe to be urgent and important. This can be anything like an unpaid invoice, parking ticket, speeding fine, an undelivered parcel, supposed suspicious transactions on your credit card, and the like.

Once you open this mail, you will feel the need to view the attached file, too because the message itself will not disclose any usable information regarding this “urgent” issue. However, this attachment is a disguised malicious executable file that will initiate this malicious attack. Although this time you can delete CVLocker Ransomware without the risk of losing your files, you should remember that functioning ransomware programs finish their dirty job by the time you can even notice their presence. This is why prevention is so vital and the protection of your PC.

Another possibility for you to infect your system with this threat is to click on unsafe third-party pop-up and banner ads that offer you the download of an update or a security program. This ad may claim, for example, that a malware attack has been detected and you need to install a promoted tool right away to prevent more serious issues. However, once you click OK or Install in such an ad, you may simply drop this ransomware program in the background. Although this malware does not seem to be dangerous at the moment, it does not mean that a new, finished version will not hit the web in the near future. Therefore, it is important that you remove CVLocker Ransomware as soon as possible.

You will only realize that you have been infected with this ransomware when the ransom note hits your screen. This note claims that your files have been encrypted and there are some made-up reasons listed, too, including: Watching MLG Montage Parodies and Expanding Dong. You are also given a deadline until which your files will be deleted. In our case this was 60 but it is not really clear what kind of unit the attackers mean; it could be minutes, hours, or days. You are also sort of given an e-mail address to contact if you want to decrypt your files, which reads: “fuck-off-from-my-p.” Well, as we have already said, this ransomware could be all fake or an unfinished version. The good news is that none of your files have been taken hostage and you do not need to even think about paying a ransom fee to recover your files. In fact, the only thing to think about is how to remove CVLocker Ransomware from your system. So let us help you with that.

First of all, you should kill the malicious process via Task Manager. Then, you can delete the related malicious files. We have prepared the necessary instructions for you below. Please follow these steps if you feel like eliminating this threat manually. Remember that this ransomware may not be the only infection on board right now. Also, it is possible that the future holds further threats for you if you are not cautious enough while going through your mails or surfing the web. We recommend that you use a reliable anti-malware program that can automatically protect your PC from all possible malicious threats. Software like SpyHunter is a great choice to provide your computer proper defense against known infections. But before you chose your security tool, make sure you download a trustworthy one because the web is filled with rogue programs.

How to remove CVLocker Ransomware from Windows

1. Press simultaneously Ctrl+Shift+Esc to launch the Task Manager.
2. Locate the malicious process called “CVLocker” and right-click on it.
3. Choose Properties from the pop-up menu.
4. Check the Location field on the General tab to be able to locate the malicious file.
5. Press OK.
6. Click End task to kill the process.
7. Exit Task Manager.
8. Press Win+E to open File Explorer.
9. Locate the malicious executable and delete it.
10. Locate every recently downloaded suspicious file and delete them all.
11. Empty your Recycle Bin.
12. Restart your PC.