What Is Rigd Virus?
Rigd virus is the name of a ransomware infection, that has been created with the main goal to enter your computer while unnoticed and then encrypt your files, adding the .Rigd to extort you for a ransom. The ransom instructions created by the criminals behind Rigd virus are laid out in a _readme.txt file. These instructions aim to get you to pay BitCoin to the criminals behind this virus if you want to be able to use your files again.
Rigd virus is the kind of program that is created to extort you for your files and it is part of a large ransomware family known as STOP/DJVU ransomware.
Read this article to learn more about Rigd virus and try to get your files to work again.

Rigd Virus Summary
Name | Rigd Virus, also known as UDS:Trojan.Win32.Chapak.gen, Ransom:Win32/StopCrypt.KM!MTB, Win32:PWSX-gen [Trj], Win32:PWSX-gen [Trj], A Variant Of Win32/GenKryptik.FHJB |
File Extension | .rigd |
Type | Ransomware, Cryptovirus |
Short Description | The ransomware encrypts files on your computer system and demands a ransom to be paid to allegedly recover them. |
Symptoms | The Rigd Virus ransomware will encrypt your files by appending the .rigd extension to them. |
Ransom Demanding Note | _readme.txt |
Distribution Method | Spam Emails, Email Attachments |
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Rigd Virus – What We Know About It
As mentioned, this ransomware belongs to the STOP Ransomware virus family and the lastest variants we have seen appearing of this family include Lqqw Virus, Efdc Virus and Orkf virus. But how did these threats end up on computers in the first place?
According to our research, there are two main scenarios by which Rigd virus could have infected your computer system:
- If it is an e-mail attachment.
- If downloaded as a file from a third-party website.
If this malware gets sent to you as a file attached to an e-mail, then there is a large probability that these files could appear, like legitimate e-mail attachments, such as:
- E-receipts.
- Invoices.
- Tickets.
- Work-related files.
Once the victims open those files, they get immediately infected.
Furthermore, we have received many complaints concerning the victims being infected by downloading and opening a file from some shady site, such as:
- Patch.
- Portable app.
- Hoax setup.
- Crack (activators).
- Keygen (key generator activators).
Once the Rigd virus has infected your PC, it may connect to remote C&C (command and control) server and may download its virus files likely in the following Windows directories:
- %Local%
- %LocalLow%
- %AppData%
- %Temp%
- %SystemDrive%
Rigd virus is the type of malware that has been created with the main purpose of activity to intimidate you into paying ransom. This is why it also drops its ransom note file, called _readme.txt:
But the Rigd virus does not stop there. This malware may also create Windows registry entries in the following Windows registry sub-keys:
- RunOnce.
- Run.
.rigd Files
When the Rigd virus infects your computer, it initiates a module that runs a scan of your files. It looks for the following files, based on their file extensions and if it finds a match, it replaces their file structure with the one used by its encryption algorithm, called AES (Advanced Encryption Standard):
- Document file types (.docx, .pptx, etc.).
- Audio (.mp3, .wav, etc.).
- Archives (.zip, .rar, etc).
- Image files (.jpg, .png, .etc).
- Video files (.mp4, .avi, etc.).
- Other.
Once the files are encrypted, they assume the following appearance:
Example Picture.jpg.rigd

Remove Rigd Virus and Try to Restore Files
Rigd virus can be deleted successfully from your computer by using steps, like the ones laid out in the removal manual that is posted below. These steps are created with the primary purpose to to help remove Rigd ransomware either manually or automatically. Furthermore, be advised that if you want removal with maximum effectiveness, security experts strongly recommend that you delete Rigd virus using advanced anti-malware software. The main idea of scanning your computer with such software is that it is capable of automatically removing Rigd virus along with all of its files from your machine effectively.
If you want to try and restore files, encrypted by this virus, then good advice would be to first try and use a free STOP Decryptor, as many security researchers create such decryptors to help ransomware victims. If the decryptor fails, then you can also try our alternative file recovery step posted beneath this article. They contain steps that are not a 100% guarantee to recover your files, but with their aid you can try and restore as many encrypted files as possible.
Attention! SensorsTechForum strongly recommends that all malware victims should look for assistance only by reputable sources. Many guides out there claim to offer free recovery and decryption for files encrypted by ransomware viruses. Be advised that some of them may only be after your money.
As a site that has been dedicated to providing free removal instructions for ransomware and malware since 2014, SensorsTechForum’s recommendation is to only pay attention to trustworthy sources.
How to recognize trustworthy sources:
- Always check "About Us" web page.
- Profile of the content creator.
- Make sure that real people are behind the site and not fake names and profiles.
- Verify Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter personal profiles.
How to Remove Rigd virus from Windows.
Step 1: Boot Your PC In Safe Mode to isolate and remove Rigd virus





Step 2: Uninstall Rigd 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:



Step 3: Clean any registries, created by Rigd 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 Rigd virus there. This can happen by following the steps underneath:



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 Rigd virus with SpyHunter Anti-Malware Tool
Step 5 (Optional): Try to Restore Files Encrypted by Rigd virus.
Ransomware infections and Rigd 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 Rigd virus from Mac OS X.
Step 1: Uninstall Rigd 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 Rigd 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 Rigd virus.
Ransomware infections and Rigd 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.
Rigd virus FAQ
What is Rigd virus ransomware and how does it work?
Rigd 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 Rigd virus ransomware infect my computer?
Via several ways.Rigd 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 Rigd 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 .Rigd virus files?
You can't. At this point the .Rigd 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 .Rigd virus files successfully, then do not despair, because this virus is still new.
One way to restore files, encrypted by Rigd 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 ".Rigd 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 .Rigd 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 Rigd 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 Rigd virus ransomware and then remove it without causing any additional harm to your important .Rigd virus files.
Also, keep in mind that viruses like Rigd 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.
BUENAS NOCHES, FORMATIÉ MI LAP TOP, PERO LOS ARCHIVOS ESTAN DAÑADOS (ENCRYPTADOS) POR EL RANSOMWARE .RIGD, COMO LOS RECUPERO?
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