Ventsislav has been covering the latest malware, software and newest tech developments at SensorsTechForum for 3 years now. He started out as a network administrator. Having graduated Marketing as well, Ventsislav also has passion for discovery of new shifts and innovations in cybersecurity that become game changers. After studying Value Chain Management and then Network Administration, he found his passion within cybersecrurity and is a strong believer in basic education of every user towards online safety.
Ventsislav has been covering the latest malware, software and newest tech developments at SensorsTechForum for 3 years now. He started out as a network administrator. Having graduated Marketing as well, Ventsislav also has passion for discovery of new shifts and innovations in cybersecurity that become game changers. After studying Value Chain Management and then Network Administration, he found his passion within cybersecrurity and is a strong believer in basic education of every user towards online safety.
Ventsislav has been covering the latest malware, software and newest tech developments at SensorsTechForum for 3 years now. He started out as a network administrator. Having graduated Marketing as well, Ventsislav also has passion for discovery of new shifts and innovations in cybersecurity that become game changers. After studying Value Chain Management and then Network Administration, he found his passion within cybersecrurity and is a strong believer in basic education of every user towards online safety.
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Ventsislav has been covering the latest malware, software and newest tech developments at SensorsTechForum for 3 years now. He started out as a network administrator. Having graduated Marketing as well, Ventsislav also has passion for discovery of new shifts and innovations in cybersecurity that become game changers. After studying Value Chain Management and then Network Administration, he found his passion within cybersecrurity and is a strong believer in basic education of every user towards online safety.
This article has been created to explain what is the BansomQare Manna ransomware virus and show how to remove it from your computer and restore .trobibtc218 encrypted files.
A ransomware virus, called BansomQare Manna has been detected by security researchers to encrypt documents and other important files on the computers affected by it and then leave the .trobibtc218 file extension as a default file suffix on the computer of the user after which the ransomware may drop a ransom note with the same name as the file extension, asking for BitCoins to be paid in approximately a day time. If your computer has been infected by the BansomQare Manna ransomware we recommend that you read the following article and learn how to remove BansomQare Manna from your computer and restore your encrypted files.
Threat Summary
Name
BansomQare Manna
Type
Ransomware, Cryptovirus
Short Description
Aims to encrypt the files on your computer and then set .trobibtc218 as a default file extension to them after which it asks you to pay ransom to decrypt them.
Symptoms
The ransomware shows a ransom note, named trobibtc218.txt and a pop-up ransom screen, called BansomQare Manna which has a countdown timer to pay a hefty ransom to get the files back.
Distribution Method
Spam Emails, Email Attachments, Executable files
Detection Tool
See If Your System Has Been Affected by BansomQare Manna
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.
BansomQare Manna – Distribution Methods
In order to be widespread, this ransomware infection may take part in various different types of activities, including using RDP exploits, droppers or infection scripts to slither it’s payload on your drive. To reach this goal, however, cyber-criminals have made it possible so that the BansomQare Manna virus is spread while being disguised as a legitimate type of file or URL. These types of files or URLs often are concealed as a fake buttons or fake documents which appear to be important receipts, invoices or order confirmation forms of some sorts. Such are often spread via cunningly devised e-mails, like the following:
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In addition to this, the BansomQare Manna ransomware also aims to be downloaded via multiple different types of programs, whose primary purpose is to get the victim to believe the file is some sort of a setup of a legitimate program or game patch, crack, key generator or even a driver installer. Some websites even go as far as to custom generate a fake file, based on the keywords you have searched for, so be extremely aware and always use services, like ZipeZip to check the attachments on your e-mails, before downloading them.
BansomQare Virus – More Information and Activity
The BansomQare rasomware virus aims to perform various different activities on the victim’s computer, the main one of which is to encrypt your files and hold them hostage until you pay ransom.
The first one of those activities is to get you to download the payload and activate it, after which the BansomQare ransomware drops it’s malicious payload on your computer. The payload may consist of more than one files and it’s main purpose is to be hidden. It is usually located in the following Windows directories:
%AppData%
%Local%
%LocalLow%
%Roaming%
%Temp%
The BansomQare may also heavily modify different aspects from the Windows Registry Editor, like the Run and RunOnce registry sub-keys, whose primary purpose is to get the malicious files on the infected PC to run automatically when Windows boots. They have the following locations in the Registry Editor:
After this has been done, the ransomware may also drop it’s ransom note file. It has the name trobibtc218 and contains the following ransom instructions:
Send $100 worth of bitcoin to this address: {cyber-criminals’ bitcoin address} Contact US: [email protected]
In addition to this, the BansomQare ransomware also adds its lockscreen note which appears like the following:
BansomQare Ransomware – Encryption Process
In order to encrypt the files on the computers, infected by it, the BansomQare ransomware may scan for the files based on their file types. The often opened files types are attacked, like:
Documents.
Videos.
Images.
Archives.
Text files.
Audio files.
Other important files.
The encryption process leaves the files with the following file extension:
Remove BansomQare Ransomware and Restore .trobibtc218 Encrypted Files
In order to remove this ransomware infection from your computer, we advise that you follow the removal instructions underneath this article. They have been made in order to help you delete the malicious files of the virus, whichever method you find suitable, based on your malware removal experience – manual or automatic. For maximum effectiveness, be advised that cyber-security experts strongly advise to use an advanced anti-malware software. It’s primary purpose is to help you to delete the malicious files automatically and protect your computer against future cyber-infections as well.
If you want to restore files that have been encrypted on your computer, we advise that you try out the alternative methods for file recovery in step “2. Restore files, encrypted by BansomQare Manna” underneath. They are created to help you restore as many files as possible, but be advisable that they may only be a partial solution to your problems, caused by this ransomware. In the meantime we advise that you follow this article and if there is a free decryptor released for this virus, we will update it with information on how to decrypt your files. So either way, backup your encrypted files and do not delete them under any circumstance.
Note! Your computer system may be affected by BansomQare Manna and other threats. Scan Your PC with SpyHunter SpyHunter is a powerful malware removal tool designed to help users with in-depth system security analysis, detection and removal of threats such as BansomQare Manna. 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.
To remove BansomQare Manna follow these steps:
1. Boot Your PC In Safe Mode to isolate and remove BansomQare Manna 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 BansomQare Manna on your PC
Find files created by BansomQare Manna
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.
IMPORTANT! Before starting the Automatic Removal below, 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.
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 BansomQare Manna with SpyHunter Anti-Malware Tool and back up your data
1. Install SpyHunter to scan for BansomQare Manna and remove them.2. Scan with SpyHunter, Detect and Remove BansomQare Manna. 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 BansomQare Manna
Try to Restore Files Encrypted by BansomQare Manna
Ransomware infections and BansomQare Manna 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:
Ventsislav has been covering the latest malware, software and newest tech developments at SensorsTechForum for 3 years now. He started out as a network administrator. Having graduated Marketing as well, Ventsislav also has passion for discovery of new shifts and innovations in cybersecurity that become game changers. After studying Value Chain Management and then Network Administration, he found his passion within cybersecrurity and is a strong believer in basic education of every user towards online safety.
Ventsislav has been covering the latest malware, software and newest tech developments at SensorsTechForum for 3 years now. He started out as a network administrator. Having graduated Marketing as well, Ventsislav also has passion for discovery of new shifts and innovations in cybersecurity that become game changers. After studying Value Chain Management and then Network Administration, he found his passion within cybersecrurity and is a strong believer in basic education of every user towards online safety.
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 BansomQare Manna and remove them.
Back up your data to secure it from malware in the future.
