MCrypt2019 Ransomware

MCrypt2019 Ransomware is not a new infection. The name is new, but, according to our research team, it is just a new variant of the infamous Xorist Ransomware, which was attacking Windows operating systems back in 2016. Unfortunately, this malware is exceptionally destructive, and if it slithers into your operating system, it is unlikely that you will be able to salvage anything. This infection encrypts personal files, but it can encrypt system’s files too. Due to this, it is most likely that the victims of this malware will have to reinstall Windows altogether. In this report, we discuss things that, hopefully, will help you ensure that new infections cannot attack your computer in the future. Unfortunately, if you have faced this malware already, there is not much we can help you with. Nonetheless, we can discuss the activity and distribution of this malware, and we can also show you which elements must be deleted in case your system is not impacted as badly. Overall, if you get the chance, you must remove MCrypt2019 Ransomware ASAP.

It is important that you learn about the distribution of MCrypt2019 Ransomware because this information might help you prevent other infections from attacking you in the future. According to our research team, this particular infection is most likely to exploit spam emails and RDP configuration flaws. In the first case, the attackers set up a fake email message and send it to anyone and everyone to cast a fishing line. If the recipient is hooked, they are pushed into opening an attached file, and that automatically leads to the execution of the infection. In the second case, existing security vulnerability can be used to execute MCrypt2019 Ransomware in a stealthy manner. Once inside the computer, the malicious threat starts corrupting files immediately, and it seems that it does not pick and choose which ones to corrupt. After encryption, you should find that you cannot open files, and that the “.exe” extension is appended to all of their names. Do not bother removing this extension. Even if you delete the infection, the files will not be restored to their original form. Unfortunately, only a decryptor can help you in this situation.

The attackers behind MCrypt2019 Ransomware know that you need a decryptor, and they are ready to offer it to you. In fact, that is the whole reason that the malicious infection was created for. After execution, the threat creates a file named “LOLALOUD123.bmp,” and it is set to replace your original Desktop wallpaper. The BMP file displays a message which asks to find the “HOW-TO-DECRYPT-FILES.HTM” file. This file has copies all over the computer, and you should find it everywhere where the corrupted files are. According to the message represented via this file, you can get a “decryption key” if you transfer “$600 worth of Bitcoins” to the attackers’ Bitcoin Wallet (1LS32VsvWhWU6ud9h3xEJuJzgEbRtBnymE) and then send your own wallet ID and your ID code to mcrypt2019@yandex.com. What would happen if you did all of this? Most likely, nothing would happen. Maybe the attackers would try to scam you in the future once they learned your email address, but it is unlikely that you would obtain a decryptor that would restore your files. Furthermore, if MCrypt2019 Ransomware encrypts system files, the Explorer might crash, and you might not be introduced to the demands at all. If you are, of course, we do not recommend paying the ransom.

It is most likely that you will need to reinstall Windows after encountering the malicious MCrypt2019 Ransomware, and we truly hope that you have backups of your personal files stored somewhere outside the infected system. Ideally, you have them safely stored online, and you can easily access your personal files from any device. If your system is not paralyzed, you might get away with the removal of the infection. Do you know how to delete MCrypt2019 Ransomware from Windows? You could follow the instructions below, but we recommend implementing a reliable anti-malware program right away. This tool will ensure that every single piece of malware is removed automatically and that your operating system is protected against malware in the future. If you end up having to reinstall Windows, do not forget about reliable security.

MCrypt2019 Ransomware Removal

N.B. Most likely, you will need to reinstall Windows after the attack of the malicious ransomware, but if your operating system remains functional, delete MCrypt2019 Ransomware by completing these steps.

1. Delete all recently downloaded files.
2. Tap Win+E keys to access Explorer and enter %TEMP% into the quick access field.
3. Delete the malicious [random name].exe file that is the copy of the original infection.
4. Delete the ransom note files named LOLALOUD123.bmp and HOW-TO-DECRYPT-FILES.HTM.
5. Tap Win+R keys to access Run and then enter regedit into the dialog box to access Registry Editor.
6. Navigate to PoE for it in HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run.
7. Delete the [random name] value that is linked to the %TEMP%\[random name].exe file.
8. Empty Recycle Bin and then immediately install a legitimate malware scanner to inspect your system.