Remove .Rezuc Ransomware Virus (+File Recovery)

In the event that a malware called .Rezuc has just recently infected your Computer, you are most likely seeking a way to eliminate it as well as make the data files it encrypts available once again.

Instructions to get rid of .Rezuc from your computer
Files encrypted by the .Rezuc virus

 

When the system i completely encrypted, the .Skymap virus leaves a _readme.txt file with instructions for the user:

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To begin with, you need to be aware that this computer virus in particular is characterized as Ransomware. Its name implies how the virus functions – typically, such computer viruses get created to extort money from their victims by sealing their data with a complex code and blackmailing the users for the key that can decrypt the files. This malware type is actually one of the most problematic software hazards that users may face which is why knowing how to defend against it is highly important if you care about the safety of your data.

What makes Ransomware infections even worse is the fact even IT protection professionals often find themselves helpless against these nefarious infections. Nevertheless, that’s not to say you should give it up trying to counteract the infection. In this regard, we should inform you that directly below, there’s a Removal Guide for Ransomware – you can easily use it in case your device has been attacked by this kind of computer virus. If you are lucky, the guidance shown in the removal guide will not only assist you in the removal of the awful pc virus but may even help you get back your access to the software documents that it has hijacked.  

How The .Rezuc Virus Works

The thing that makes Ransomware viruses such as .Skymap, .Rectot, .Mogera a terrifying threat, are the next couple of characteristics those viruses possess:

To begin with, a Ransomware contamination is generally one thing that nearly all anti-malware programs are utterly unable to detect and intercept. This implies that these malicious programs can be carrying out their encryption process without even getting noticed. The other problematic factor is the fact that the encryptions these viruses utilize are quite often very innovative and intricate. As we have already stated, detecting Ransomware is never a simple undertaking. Note that a typical Ransomware virus will not really harm anything on your system – because of this, a virus of this type oftentimes does not trigger any warnings from the user’s anti-malware program.

To complete the file encryption, the malicious software basically makes copies of your data which copies are encoded. Once this is done, all of the original files, the ones that aren’t locked, get deleted. The duplicates of your files are identical of the originals but you are not able to open any of them.

The encryption itself isn’t anything dangerous and the vast majority of anti-virus programs may not be designed to distinguish between a regular file encryption process and one coming from a ransom-demanding virus. As soon as this process is finished, the targeted user is shown an alert informing them about the completed encoding process. On top of that such, an alert contains directions regarding the ransom money payment method.

SUMMARY:

Name .Rezuc
Type Ransomware
Danger Level High (Ransomware is by far the worst threat you can encounter)
Symptoms The extensions of your files get changed and your files cannot be accessed through regular means.
Distribution Method Misleading clickbait ads from shady sites, spam, pirated content and more.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remove .Rezuc Virus Ransomware

1: Preparations

Note: Before you go any further, we advise you to bookmark this page or have it open on a separate device such as your smartphone or another PC. Some of the steps might require you to exit your browser on this PC.

2: Task Manager

Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to enter the Task Manager. Go to the Tab labeled Processes (Details for Win 8/10). Carefully look through the list of processes that are currently active on you PC.

If any of them seems shady, consumes too much RAM/CPU or has some strange description or no description at all, right-click on it, select Open File Location and delete everything there.

Also, even if you do not delete the files, be sure to stop the process by right-clicking on it and selecting End Process.

3: IP related to .Rezuc

Go to c:\windows\system32\drivers\etc\hosts. Open the hosts file with notepad.

Find where it says Localhost and take a look below that. 

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If you see any IP addresses there (below Localhost) send them to us here, in the comments since they might be coming from the .Rezuc.

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4: Disable Startup programs

Re-open the Start Menu and type msconfig.

Click on the first search result. In the next window, go to the Startup tab. If you are on Win 10,  it will send you to the Startup part of the task manager instead, as in the picture:

If you see any sketchy/shady looking entries in the list with an unknown manufacturer or a manufacturer name that looks suspicious as there could be a link between them and .Rezuc , disable those programs and select OK.

5: Registry Editor

Press Windows key + R and in the resulting window type regedit.

Now, press Ctrl + F and type the name of the virus.

Delete everything that gets found. If you are not sure about whether to delete something, do not hesitate to ask us in the comments. Keep in mind that if you delete the wrong thing, you might cause all sorts of issues to your PC.

6: Deleting potentially malicious data – .Rezuc

Type each of the following locations in the Windows search box and hit enter to open the locations:

%AppData%

%LocalAppData%

%ProgramData%

%WinDir%

%Temp%

Delete everything you see in Temp linked to .Rezuc RansomwareAbout the other folders, sort their contents by date and delete only the most recent entries. As always, if you are not sure about something, write to us in the comment section.

7: .Rezuc Decryption

The previous steps were all aimed at removing the .Rezuc Ransomware from your PC. However, in order to regain access to your files, you will also need to decrypt them or restore them. For that, we have a separate article with detailed instructions on what you have to do in order to unlock your data. Here is a link to that guide.

Author:
Daniel Sadakov has a degree in Information Technology and specializes in web and mobile cyber security. He harbors a strong detestation for anything and everything malicious and has committed his resources and time to battling all manners of web and mobile threats. He has founded MobileSecurityZone.com, a website dedicated to covering the top tech stories and providing useful tips for the everyday user, in an effort to reach and help more people.

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