Infected with Aurora Ransomware? Need to decrypt your files?
What is Aurora Ransomware
Aurora Ransomware is crypto-virus which encrypts all user data without user permission. If you found any elements of this virus on your PC (see in related files and folders), you should turn off your internet connection and remove Aurora ransomware as soon as possible. After encryption, all files get .aurora suffix and after that, it is impossible to open, view and edit encrypted files. Unfortunately, at present moment a universal tool, capable to decrypt .aurora files don’t exist. But there is an alternative way, helping to restore coded files by Recovering Software. Another symptom of ransomware infection is created txt files with ransom demands, having following names:
HOW_TO_DECRYPT_YOUR_FILES.txt
HOW_TO_DECRYPT_YOUR_FILES2.txt
HOW_TO_DECRYPT_YOUR_FILES3.txt
HOW_TO_DECRYPT_YOUR_FILES4.txt
HOW_TO_DECRYPT_YOUR_FILES5.txt
HOW_TO_DECRYPT_YOUR_FILES6.txt
The virus started to infect systems since the end of May 2018 but distributed mainly in English speaking countries. On the first release of the virus, cybercriminals demanded $500-1000 for potential decryption.
===# aurora ransomware #===
Aurora Ransomware
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SORRY! Your files are encrypted.
File contents are encrypted with random key.
Random key is encrypted with RSA public key (2048 bit).
We STRONGLY RECOMMEND you NOT to use any "decryption tools".
These tools can damage your data, making recover IMPOSSIBLE.
Also we recommend you not to contact data recovery companies.
They will just contact us, buy the key and sell it to you at a higher price.
If you want to decrypt your files, you have to get RSA private key.
In order to get private key, write here:
anonimus.mr@yahoo.com
And pay 500$ on 3CwxawqJpM4RBNididvHf8LhFAfLsRjM wallet
If someone else offers you files restoring, ask him for test decryption.
Only we can successfully decrypt your files; knowing this can protect you from fraud.
You will receive instructions of what to do next.
===# aurora ransomware #===
On the second release, ransom demands were decreased to $200.
==========================# aurora ransomware #==========================
SORRY! Your files are encrypted.
File contents are encrypted with random key.
We STRONGLY RECOMMEND you NOT to use any "decryption tools".
These tools can damage your data, making recover IMPOSSIBLE.
Also we recommend you not to contact data recovery companies.
They will just contact us, buy the key and sell it to you at a higher price.
If you want to decrypt your files, you have to get RSA private key.
In order to get private key, write here:
big.fish@vfemail.net
And send me your id, your id:
***
And pay 200$ on 1GSbmCoKzkHVkSUxqdSH5t8SxJQCeYf wallet
If someone else offers you files restoring, ask him for test decryption.
Only we can successfully decrypt your files; knowing this can protect you from fraud.
You will receive instructions of what to do next.
==========================# aurora ransomware #==========================
Update: Use following service to identify the version and type of ransomware you were attacked by: ID Ransomware. Also check following website for possible decryptor: Emsisoft Decryptors.
How Aurora Ransomware infected your PC
Typically, these encryptors come to the PC through unprotected DNS and other network settings. It’s best to prevent the penetration of such programs using special utilities. If your PC is already infected, then use our instructions. For example, use HitmanPro.Alert with CryptoGuard.
First of all, don’t panic. Follow these easy steps below.
1. Start your computer in Safe Mode with networking. To do that, restart your computer before your system starts hit F8 several times. This will stop system from loading and will show Advanced boot options screen. Choose Safe mode with networking option from the options list using up and down arrows on your keyboard and hit Enter.
2. Log in to the system infected with the Aurora Ransomware virus. Launch your Internet browser and download a reliable anti-malware program and start a full system scan. Once the scan is complete, review scan results and remove all entries detected.
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Step 2: Remove following files and folders of Aurora Ransomware:
Related sources/connections:
anonimus.mr@yahoo.com
lenboza@protonmail.ch
www.geoplugin.net (178.237.36.10:80)
xxxx://host1681251.hostland.pro (185.26.122.70:80)
xxxx://host1676568.hostland.pro/hack.exe***
Related files and folders:
List.exe
hack.exe
How to decrypt files infected by Aurora Ransomware?
Use automated decryption tools
There is ransomware decryptor from Kaspersky that can decrypt encrypted files. It is free and potentially may help you restore files encrypted by Aurora Ransomware virus. Download it here:
You can also try to use manual methods to restore and decrypt your files.
Decrypt files manually
Restore the system using System Restore
Although, latest versions of Aurora Ransomware remove system restore files, this method may help you partially restore your files. Give it a try and use standard System Restore to revive your data.
- Initiate the search for ‘system restore‘
- Click on the result
- Choose the date before the infection appearance
- Follow the on-screen instructions
Roll the files back to the previous version
Previous versions can be copies of files and folders created by Windows Backup (if it is active) or copies of files and folders created by System Restore. You can use this feature to restore files and folders that you accidentally modified or deleted, or that were damaged (in our case – Aurora Ransomware by Aurora Ransomware). This feature is available in Windows 7 and later versions.
- Right-click the file and choose Properties
- Open the Previous Version tab
- Select the latest version and click Copy
- Click Restore
Restore .Aurora files using shadow copies
- Download and run Stellar Data Recovery.
- Select type of files you want to restore and click Next.
- Select the drive and folder where your files are located and date that you want to restore them from and press Scan.
- Once the scanning process is done, click Recover to restore your files.
Protect your computer from ransomware
Most modern antiviruses can protect your PC from ransomware and crypto-trojans, but thousands of people still get infected. There are several programs that use different approach t protect from ransomware and lockers. One of the best is HitmanPro.Alert with CryptoGuard. You may already know HitmanPro as famous cloud-based anti-malware scanner. Check out ultimate active protection software from SurfRight.
Written by Tim Kas