Gergana has completed a bachelor degree in Marketing from the University of National and World Economy. She has been with the STF team for three years, researching malware and reporting on the latest infections. She believes that in times of constantly evolving dependency of network connected technologies, people should spread the word not the war.
Gergana has completed a bachelor degree in Marketing from the University of National and World Economy. She has been with the STF team for three years, researching malware and reporting on the latest infections. She believes that in times of constantly evolving dependency of network connected technologies, people should spread the word not the war.
Gergana has completed a bachelor degree in Marketing from the University of National and World Economy. She has been with the STF team for three years, researching malware and reporting on the latest infections. She believes that in times of constantly evolving dependency of network connected technologies, people should spread the word not the war.
Note! Your computer might be affected by .CreamPie Files Virus and other threats.
Threats such as .CreamPie Files Virus may be persistent on your system. They tend to re-appear if not fully deleted. A malware removal tool like SpyHunter will help you to remove malicious programs, saving you the time and the struggle of tracking down numerous malicious files. SpyHunter’s scanner is free but the paid version is needed to remove the malware threats. Read SpyHunter’s EULA and Privacy Policy
Gergana has completed a bachelor degree in Marketing from the University of National and World Economy. She has been with the STF team for three years, researching malware and reporting on the latest infections. She believes that in times of constantly evolving dependency of network connected technologies, people should spread the word not the war.
This is an article that provides specific details on .CreamPie files virus as well as a step-by-step removal followed by alternative data recovery approaches.
The so-called .CreamPie files virus is classified as a data locker ransomware. This makes it an infection that plagues computer systems in order to corrupt target files and demands a ransom for a decryption tool. It is named after one of the associated extensions that appear at the end of the names of all files it corrupts. In case of infection with this ransomware, you may find out that your access to all files that keep important information is restricted.
Threat Summary
Name
.CreamPie Files Virus
Type
Ransomware, Cryptovirus
Short Description
A ransomware that utilizes sophisticated cihper algorithm to encrypt target files stored on the infected computer so it can then demand a ransom for a decryption solution.
Symptoms
Important files are locked and renamed with .[[email protected]].CreamPie extensions. They remain unusable until a ransom is paid.
Distribution Method
Spam Emails, Email Attachments
Detection Tool
See If Your System Has Been Affected by .CreamPie Files Virus
Windows Data Recovery by Stellar Phoenix Notice! This product scans your drive sectors to recover lost files and it may not recover 100% of the encrypted files, but only few of them, depending on the situation and whether or not you have reformatted your drive.
.CreamPie Files Virus – Distribution
As reported by security researchers active attack campaigns are spreading .CreamPie ransomware worldwide. The infection payload of this files virus like many others may be spread with the help of malspam e-mail campaigns. E-mails used for malicious purposes usually contain one or more of the following components:
A link that lands on compromised web page set to download and execute the infection file directly on the PC.
A malicious file attachment masked as a legitimate document and uploaded in a .rar or .zip archive. Such a file could be set to evade detection and this way tricks you into allowing the ransomware to start on your PC.
In addition, fake software installers, fake update notifications, compromised software setups, files shared on forums and other techniques may download and activate the ransomware module.
.CreamPie Files Virus – Overview
The so-called .CreamPie files virus is named after one of the associated extensions that appear at the end of the names of all files it corrupts. An infection with this ransomware begins with the execution of its payload on the system. This could be initiated by specific parameters that are set to access system resources and manipulate their functionalities.
Further activities performed by the threat may include the creation of additional malicious files or deletion of existing files that are likely to interrupt the completion of the attack. There are several folders that are commonly used for keeping ransomware files:
%AppData%
%Local%
%LocalLow%
%Roaming%
%Temp%
%Windows%
Beware, that ransomware creators often design their threats to auto-delete associated files from the system so you may not be able to find any malicious files. Anyway, all modifications implemented during the attack remain unchanged and you definitely need to remove all malicious traits before you can use your system regularly again.
And if there is a system component that should be definitely reviewed and fixed it is the Registry Editor. This is so because threats like .CreamPie usually apply changes that affect some major registry sub-keys in order to evade detection and ensure their persistent presence on the system. Fortunately, the damage is not permanent and with the help of specialized tools, it could be fixed fast and easy.
.CreamPie Files Virus – Data Encryption
After all needed system modifications are entered .CreamPie files virus is ready to begin with the main part of the infection which is data encryption. At this stage it utilizes a built-in encryption module that is set to encode parts of target files’ original code and mark each corrupted file with the following sequence of extensions:
As of the types of files that may be encrypted by .CreamPie ransomware they may be all your:
Audio files
Video files
Document files
Image files
Backup files
Banking credentials, etc
The encryption process happens with the help of sophisticated encryption algorithm that generates a unique decryption key once it corrupts all target files. Due to the fact that this key is possessed only by cyber criminals, they blackmail victims into paying a ransom for it.
At this point the amount of the ransom is unknown but what is likely is that hackers would demand it to be in Bitcoin. Happily, instead of financing their evil activities you could attempt to restore a few to all of your .CreamPie files with the help of alternative data recovery tools. You could learn more about this approach from the guide at the end.
Remove .CreamPie Files Virus and Restore Data
Below you could find how to remove .CreamPie files virus step by step. Beware that ransomware is a threat with highly complex code that plagues not only your files but your whole system. To remove it manually you need to have a bit of technical experience and ability to recognize traits of malware files. So security researchers recommend the help of an advanced anti-malware tool for the complete removal of this ransomware. Such a tool will also keep your system protected against devastating threats like .CreamPie and other kinds of malware that endanger your online security.
To restore files check the “Restore Files” step listed in the guide below. But before you take any further actions, don’t forget to back up all encrypted files to an external drive in order to prevent their irreversible loss.
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To remove .CreamPie Files Virus follow these steps:
1. Boot Your PC In Safe Mode to isolate and remove .CreamPie Files Virus files and objects
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Manual Removal Usually Takes Time and You Risk Damaging Your Files If Not Careful!
We Recommend To Scan Your PC with SpyHunter
Keep in mind, that SpyHunter’s scanner is only for malware detection. If SpyHunter detects malware on your PC, you will need to purchase SpyHunter’s malware removal tool to remove the malware threats. Read our SpyHunter 5 review. Click on the corresponding links to check SpyHunter’s EULA, Privacy Policy and Threat Assessment Criteria
Boot Your PC Into Safe Mode
1. For Windows XP, Vista and 7. 2. For Windows 8, 8.1 and 10. Fix registry entries created by malware and PUPs on your PC.
For Windows XP, Vista and 7 systems:
1. Remove all CDs and DVDs, and then Restart your PC from the “Start” menu. 2. Select one of the two options provided below:
– For PCs with a single operating system: Press “F8” repeatedly after the first boot screen shows up during the restart of your computer. In case the Windows logo appears on the screen, you have to repeat the same task again.
– For PCs with multiple operating systems: Тhe arrow keys will help you select the operating system you prefer to start in Safe Mode. Press “F8” just as described for a single operating system.
3. As the “Advanced Boot Options” screen appears, select the Safe Mode option you want using the arrow keys. As you make your selection, press “Enter“.
4. Log on to your computer using your administrator account
While your computer is in Safe Mode, the words “Safe Mode” will appear in all four corners of your screen.
Step 1: Open up the Start Menu.
Step 2: Click on the Power button (for Windows 8 it is the little arrow next to the “Shut Down” button) and whilst holding down “Shift” click on Restart.
Step 3: After reboot, a blue menu with options will appear. From them you should choose Troubleshoot.
Step 4: You will see the Troubleshoot menu. From this menu choose Advanced Options.
Step 5: After the Advanced Options menu appears, click on Startup Settings.
Step 6: From the Startup Settings menu, click on Restart.
Step 7: A menu will appear upon reboot. You can choose any of the three Safe Mode options by pressing its corresponding number and the machine will restart.
Some malicious scripts may modify the registry entries on your computer to change different settings. This is why cleaning your Windows Registry Database is recommended. Since the tutorial on how to do this is a bit long and tampering with registries could damage your computer if not done properly you should refer and follow our instructive article about fixing registry entries, especially if you are unexperienced in that area.
2. Find files created by .CreamPie Files Virus on your PC
Find files created by .CreamPie Files Virus
1. For Windows 8, 8.1 and 10. 2. For Windows XP, Vista, and 7.
For Newer Windows Operating Systems
Step 1:
On your keyboard press + R and write explorer.exe in the Run text box and then click on the Ok button.
Step 2:
Click on your PC from the quick access bar. This is usually an icon with a monitor and its name is either “My Computer”, “My PC” or “This PC” or whatever you have named it.
Step 3:
Navigate to the search box in the top-right of your PC’s screen and type “fileextension:” and after which type the file extension. If you are looking for malicious executables, an example may be “fileextension:exe”. After doing that, leave a space and type the file name you believe the malware has created. Here is how it may appear if your file has been found:
N.B. We recommend to wait for the green loading bar in the navination box to fill up in case the PC is looking for the file and hasn’t found it yet.
For Older Windows Operating Systems
In older Windows OS’s the conventional approach should be the effective one:
Step 1:
Click on the Start Menu icon (usually on your bottom-left) and then choose the Search preference.
Step 2:
After the search window appears, choose More Advanced Options from the search assistant box. Another way is by clicking on All Files and Folders.
Step 3:
After that type the name of the file you are looking for and click on the Search button. This might take some time after which results will appear. If you have found the malicious file, you may copy or open its location by right-clicking on it.
Now you should be able to discover any file on Windows as long as it is on your hard drive and is not concealed via special software.
Use SpyHunter to scan for malware and unwanted programs
3. Scan for malware and unwanted programs with SpyHunter Anti-Malware Tool
Scan your PC and Remove .CreamPie Files Virus with SpyHunter Anti-Malware Tool and back up your data
1. Install SpyHunter to scan for .CreamPie Files Virus and remove them.2. Scan with SpyHunter, Detect and Remove .CreamPie Files Virus. Back up your data to secure it from malware in the future.
Step 1: Click on the “Download” button to proceed to SpyHunter’s download page.
It is recommended to run a scan before purchasing the full version of the software to make sure that the current version of the malware can be detected by SpyHunter. Click on the corresponding links to check SpyHunter’s EULA, Privacy Policy and Threat Assessment Criteria.
Step 2: Guide yourself by the download instructions provided for each browser.
Step 3: After you have installed SpyHunter, wait for it to update automatically.
Step 1: After the update process has finished, click on the ‘Malware/PC Scan’ tab. A new window will appear. Click on ‘Start Scan’.
Step 2: After SpyHunter has finished scanning your PC for any files of the associated threat and found them, you can try to get them removed automatically and permanently by clicking on the ‘Next’ button.
Step 3: If any threats have been removed, it is highly recommended to restart your PC.
Back up your data to secure it against attacks in the future
IMPORTANT! Before reading the Windows backup instructions, we highly recommend to back up your data with a cloud backup solution and insure your files against any type of loss, even from the most severe threats. We recommend you to read more about it and to download SOS Online Backup.
4. Try to Restore files encrypted by .CreamPie Files Virus
Try to Restore Files Encrypted by .CreamPie Files Virus
Ransomware infections and .CreamPie Files Virus aim to encrypt your files using an encryption algorithm which may be very difficult to decrypt. This is why we have suggested several alternative methods that may help you go around direct decryption and try to restore your files. Bear in mind that these methods may not be 100% effective but may also help you a little or a lot in different situations.
Method 1: Scanning your drive’s sectors by using Data Recovery software. Another method for restoring your files is by trying to bring back your files via data recovery software. Here are some suggestions for preferred data recovery software solutions:
Method 2: Trying Kaspersky and EmsiSoft’s decryptors. If the first method does not work, we suggest trying to use decryptors for other ransomware viruses, in case your virus is a variant of them. The two primary developers of decryptors are Kaspersky and EmsiSoft, links to which we have provided below:
To restore your data in case you have backup set up, it is important to check for Volume Shadow Copies, if ransomware has not deleted them, in Windows using the below software:
Method 4: Finding the decryption key while the cryptovirus sends it over a network via a sniffing tool.
Another way to decrypt the files is by using a Network Sniffer to get the encryption key, while files are encrypted on your system. A Network Sniffer is a program and/or device monitoring data traveling over a network, such as its internet traffic and internet packets. If you have a sniffer set before the attack happened you might get information about the decryption key. See how-to instructions below:
Gergana has completed a bachelor degree in Marketing from the University of National and World Economy. She has been with the STF team for three years, researching malware and reporting on the latest infections. She believes that in times of constantly evolving dependency of network connected technologies, people should spread the word not the war.
Gergana has completed a bachelor degree in Marketing from the University of National and World Economy. She has been with the STF team for three years, researching malware and reporting on the latest infections. She believes that in times of constantly evolving dependency of network connected technologies, people should spread the word not the war.
1. For Windows XP, Vista and 7.
2. For Windows 8, 8.1 and 10.
Fix registry entries created by malware and PUPs on your PC.
1. Install SpyHunter to scan for .CreamPie Files Virus and remove them.
Back up your data to secure it from malware in the future.
