Ribd Ransomware

No one wants to get infected with ransomware, and it is very unfortunate when users have to deal with the likes of Ribd Ransomware. It is a ransomware infection that comes from the STOP Djvu Ransomware family. It is a rather big group of infections that has been terrorizing computer users for quite some time now. In a sense, we know what to expect from Ribd Ransomware, but grappling with a ransomware infection still remains an obnoxious affair. As it is, it is not always possible to recover all the affected files.

What Does Ribd Ransomware Want?

Like all of the previously released infections before it, Ribd Ransomware wants your money. Admittedly, it is more common for these intruders to target small businesses and companies rather than individual users. This happens because businesses are more likely to contact the ransomware owners in order to pay the ransom fee. Also, small businesses are less likely to have a data backup, so the best is that they would be more willing to pay, too.

Security experts always discourage victims from paying the ransom because it only encourages cybercriminals to create more infections like Ribd Ransomware. However, when victims want to recover important files ASAP, it might seem that paying the ransom is the only way out.

How to Protect the System From Ribd Ransomware?

Programs from the STOP Djvu Ransomware program usually reach their targets through spam email attachments. If they target smaller companies, a spam email that looks like a business offer can easily be overlooked by a tired employee or a clueless (or an overeager) employee. They might open the file attachment that came with the email thinking it is a great business proposal, while in fact, they would only be infecting their system with ransomware.

Thus, while investing in powerful anti-malware tools is also necessary, you cannot overlook the fact that staff training and education are also vital if you want to avoid Ribd Ransomware and other similar infections. Spam may not be a malware distribution method with a high success rate, but when it hits, it hits.

What Do I Do with Ribd Ransomware?

This infection works like all of its predecessors. When it is installed on the target system, it scans it and locates all the files it can encrypt. Then it runs the encryption, and all the affected files receive a new file extension: .ribd. The extension is like a stamp that tells you which files have been tampered with. After that, Ribd Ransomware also drops a ransom note that tells you to contact its owners via helpteam@mail.ch or helpmanager@airmail.cc. Needless to say, contacting these criminals should be the last thing on your mind.

You can remove Ribd Ransomware with a powerful security application and then focus on restoring your files. If you have a file backup (that is, copies of your files are saved someplace else), you can delete the encrypted files together with the infection and then transfer the healthy copies back into your hard drive.

On the other hand, if you need other file recovery methods, you should consider addressing a local professional who would guide you through your options. Refrain from paying the ransom because that would only push these criminals further.