Divinity Virus Files
Divinity is the name given to a new iteration of Xorist ransomware. The malicious program has been reported to be currently infecting computer systems and personal files.
Soon after it corrupts important system settings, the Divinity virus locks personal files by appending an extension of the same name to them. As a result, corrupted files remain inaccessible for an unspecified period of time.
Sadly, the recovery of .divinity files isn’t possible by the removal of the malicious extension. A special decryption tool that can revert their code back to the original state should be utilized. Since want to earn profits by spreading their malicious software, they try to force victims to transfer a ransom fee.
All their requirements can be read in a file called HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txt. From a security perspective, we recommend against ransom payment. Funding cybercriminals’ operations isn’t a good choice, as well.
Keep reading and find out how to isolate Divinity ransomware on the infected system, how to remove malicious files, and how to secure the PC.
Divinity Virus Summary
| Name | Divinity also known as Trojan.Ransom.AIG, Generic.Ransom.Xorist.3A8F21EF, Gen:Variant.Graftor.774109 |
| Type | Ransomware, Cryptovirus |
| Ransom Note | HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txt + Desktop wallpaper |
| Short Description | Severe malware that is designed to encrypt valualbe files stored on compromised computers so that it can then extort ransom fee from victims. |
| Symptoms | Files are encrypted and their names are transformed by the malicious extension .divinity Ransom message extorts a payment for files recovery. |
| Distribution Method | Spam Emails, Email Attachments, Freeware Installers, Torrents |
| Detection Tool |
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Divinity Ransomware in Detail
The Divinity ransomware is a computer infection that may try to obtain access to operating systems by being disguised as an email attachmanet file, software update notification, advertisement, download button on bogus site, or torrent file.
Spam emails are the most popular method so far. They usually contain URL address that open bogus web pages with malicious scripts. Malicious file attachments can be featured too. Another trait is the writing style. The email sender and address may pose as representatives of big companies but the text message may be filled with logical errors and typos. So, even when an email appears to be sent by your bank, telecom, internet provider, or any governmental structure, please don’t just rush into interacting with its content.
The moment the Divinity virus, strain of Xorist ransomware, loads on a target operating system, it initiates a long sequence of malicious operations. The successful completion of malicious operations enables the ransomware to evade detection, misuse system functionalities, and eventually encode valuable personal files.
All changes applied to your files by the ransomware prevent you from using them normally. They remain inaccessible until their code is reverted back to its original state. Unfortunately, the information stored by the following files of yours may be locked:
- Audio files;
- Video files;
- Image files;
- Backup files;
- Document files;
- Banking credentials, etc.
A trait that can help you understand a file is encrypted by Divinity Xorist ransomware is an extension of the same name appended to its original name. Hence, a file which is originally named 1.jpg is likely to be renamed to 1.jpg.divinity.
Adding entries to the “run keys” in the Registry is another malicious operation performed by the Divinity virus. So every time a user of the infected machine logs in, the ransomware will be executed automatically. under the context of the user and will have the account’s associated permissions level.
The following Windows system run keys may misused by the cryptovirus:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce
After encryption, the Divinity ransomware creates a ransom note inside a text file. The note is named HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txt. You can see how the note looks like and what it reads right below:
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Attention! Your files have been encrypted by divinity ransomware!
To restore your files and access them,
Contact @lulzed on telegram
Twitter @dissimilate
If you try to Decrypt your files all the data irreversibly is destroyed
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Plus, Divinity ransomware changes the desktop wallpaper.
We know that you need to restore .divinity files but we advise against transferring money to cybercriminals. Your files may not get recovered, and nobody could give you a guarantee for that. Adding to that, giving money to cybercriminals will most likely motivate them to create new ransomware viruses or commit different criminal activities.
For the sake of your security, we recommend that you clean your computer from present malicious files and wait for an eventual release of a free decryption tool. Meanwhile, you may want to consider the help of alternative data recovery methods.
Remove Divinity Virus Files
Divinity virus is a threat that has highly complex code. It heavily damages essential system settings and valuable data. So the only way to use your infected system securely again is to remove all malicious files and objects created by this ransomware. For this purpose, you could follow our step-by-step removal guide.
In the event that you want to attempt to restore .divinity files with the help of alternative data recovery methods, do check the step – Try to Restore Files Encrypted by Divinity Virus. We remind you to back up all encrypted files to an external drive before you begin with the recovery process.
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- Always check "About Us" web page.
- Profile of the content creator.
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- Verify Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter personal profiles.
- Guide 1: How to Remove Divinity Virus from Windows.
- Guide 2: Get rid of Divinity Virus from Mac OS X.
How to Remove Divinity Virus from Windows.
Step 1: Boot Your PC In Safe Mode to isolate and remove Divinity Virus
Step 2: Uninstall Divinity Virus and related software from Windows
Here is a method in few easy steps that should be able to uninstall most programs. No matter if you are using Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista or XP, those steps will get the job done. Dragging the program or its folder to the recycle bin can be a very bad decision. If you do that, bits and pieces of the program are left behind, and that can lead to unstable work of your PC, errors with the file type associations and other unpleasant activities. The proper way to get a program off your computer is to Uninstall it. To do that:
Follow the instructions above and you will successfully uninstall most programs.
Step 3: Clean any registries, created by Divinity Virus on your computer.
The usually targeted registries of Windows machines are the following:
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce
You can access them by opening the Windows registry editor and deleting any values, created by Divinity Virus there. This can happen by following the steps underneath:
Tip: To find a virus-created value, you can right-click on it and click "Modify" to see which file it is set to run. If this is the virus file location, remove the value.
Before starting "Step 4", please boot back into Normal mode, in case you are currently in Safe Mode.
This will enable you to install and use SpyHunter 5 successfully.
Step 4: Scan for Divinity Virus with SpyHunter Anti-Malware Tool
Step 5 (Optional): Try to Restore Files Encrypted by Divinity Virus.
Ransomware infections and Divinity Virus aim to encrypt your files using an encryption algorithm which may be very difficult to decrypt. This is why we have suggested a data recovery method that may help you go around direct decryption and try to restore your files. Bear in mind that this method may not be 100% effective but may also help you a little or a lot in different situations.
Simply click on the link and on the website menus on top, choose Data Recovery - Data Recovery Wizard for Windows or Mac (depending on your OS), and then download and run the tool.
Get rid of Divinity Virus from Mac OS X.
Step 1: Uninstall Divinity Virus and remove related files and objects
1. Hit the ⇧+⌘+U keys to open Utilities. Another way is to click on “Go” and then click “Utilities”, like the image below shows:
- Go to Finder.
- In the search bar type the name of the app that you want to remove.
- Above the search bar change the two drop down menus to “System Files” and “Are Included” so that you can see all of the files associated with the application you want to remove. Bear in mind that some of the files may not be related to the app so be very careful which files you delete.
- If all of the files are related, hold the ⌘+A buttons to select them and then drive them to “Trash”.
In case you cannot remove Divinity Virus via Step 1 above:
In case you cannot find the virus files and objects in your Applications or other places we have shown above, you can manually look for them in the Libraries of your Mac. But before doing this, please read the disclaimer below:
You can repeat the same procedure with the following other Library directories:
→ ~/Library/LaunchAgents
/Library/LaunchDaemons
Tip: ~ is there on purpose, because it leads to more LaunchAgents.
Step 3 (Optional): Try to Restore Files Encrypted by Divinity Virus.
Ransomware infections and Divinity Virus aim to encrypt your files using an encryption algorithm which may be very difficult to decrypt. This is why we have suggested a data recovery method that may help you go around direct decryption and try to restore your files. Bear in mind that this method may not be 100% effective but may also help you a little or a lot in different situations.
Simply click on the link and on the website menus on top, choose Data Recovery - Data Recovery Wizard for Windows or Mac (depending on your OS), and then download and run the tool.
Divinity Virus FAQ
What is Divinity Virus ransomware and how does it work?
Divinity Virus is a ransomware infection - the malicious software that enters your computer silently and blocks either access to the computer itself or encrypt your files.
Many ransomware viruses use sophisticated encryption algorithm how to make your files inaccessible. The goal of ransomware infections is to demand that you pay a ransom payment to get access to your files back.
How does Divinity Virus ransomware infect my computer?
Via several ways.Divinity Virus Ransomware infects computers by being sent via phishing e-mails, containing virus attachment.
This attachment is usually masked as an important document, like an invoice, bank document or even a plane ticket and it looks very convincing to users.
After you download and execute this attachment, a drive-by download occurs and your computer is infected with the ransomware virus.
Another way, you may become a victim of Divinity Virus is if you download a fake installer, crack or patch from a low reputation website or if you click on a virus link. Many users report getting a ransomware infection by downloading torrents.
How to open .Divinity Virus files?
You can't. At this point the .Divinity Virus files are encrypted. You can only open them once they are decrypted.
Decryptor did not decrypt my data. What now?
Do not panic and backup the files. If a decryptor did not decrypt your .Divinity Virus files successfully, then do not despair, because this virus is still new.
One way to restore files, encrypted by Divinity Virus ransomware is to use a decryptor for it. But since it's a new virus, advised that the decryption keys for it may not be out yet and available to the public. We will update this article and keep you posted as soon as this decryptor is released.
How Do I restore ".Divinity Virus" files (Other Methods)?
Yes, sometimes files can be restored. We have suggested several file recovery methods that could work if you want to restore .Divinity Virus files.
These methods are in no way 100% guarantee that you will be able to get your files back. But if you have a backup, your chances of success are much greater.
How do I get rid of Divinity Virus ransomware virus?
The safest way and the most efficient one for the removal of this ransomware infection is the use a professional anti malware software. It will scan for and locate Divinity Virus ransomware and then remove it without causing any additional harm to your important .Divinity Virus files.
Also, keep in mind that viruses like Divinity Virus ransomware also install Trojans and keyloggers that can steal your passwords and accounts. Scanning your computer with an anti-malware software will make sure that all of these virus components are removed and your computer is protected in the future.
What to Do If nothing works?
There is still a lot you can do. If none of the above methods seem to work for you, then try these methods:
- Try to find a safe computer from where you can can login on your own line accounts like One Drive, iDrive, Google Drive and so on.
- Try to contact your friends, relatives and other people so that they can check if they have some of your important photos or documents just in case you sent them.
- Also, check if some of the files that were encrypted it can be re-downloaded from the web.
- Another clever way to get back some of your files is to find another old computer, a flash drive or even a CD or a DVD where you may have saved your older documents. You might be surprised what will turn up.
- You can also go to your email account to check if you can send any attachments to other people. Usually what is sent the email is saved on your account and you can re-download it. But most importantly, make sure that this is done from a safe computer and make sure to remove the virus first.
More tips you can find on our forums, where you can also asks any questions about your ransomware problem.
How to Report Ransomware to Authorities?
In case your computer got infected with a ransomware infection, you can report it to the local Police departments. It can help authorities worldwide track and determine the perpetrators behind the virus that has infected your computer. Below, we have prepared a list with government websites, where you can file a report in case you are a victim of a cybercrime:
Cyber-security authorities, responsible for handling ransomware attack reports in different regions all over the world:
- Germany - Offizielles Portal der deutschen Polizei
- United States - IC3 Internet Crime Complaint Centre
- United Kingdom - Action Fraud Police
- France - Ministère de l'Intérieur
- Italy - Polizia Di Stato
- Spain - Policía Nacional
- Netherlands - Politie
- Poland - Policja
- Portugal - Polícia Judiciária
- Greece - Cyber Crime Unit (Hellenic Police)
- India - Mumbai Police - CyberCrime Investigation Cell
- Australia - Australian High Tech Crime Center
Reports may be responded to in different timeframes, depending on your local authorities.
