I wrote this article to help you remove BlackJockerCrypter Ransomware. This BlackJockerCrypter Ransomware removal guide works for all Windows versions.
BlackJockerCrypter is one of the newest threats on the ransomware stage. As you may know, the ransomware infections, together with the Trojan horses, are considered the most dreaded cyber parasites out there. And these pests have earned their reputation. Ransomware pieces get developed for only one reason – money. What is worse, they have proven themselves quite good at achieving their goal as well. As a member of the ransomware family, BlackJockerCrypter is not different. Don’t expect any originality from it. In fact, it follows a pretty standard pattern.
First, BlackJockerCrypter invades your machines in complete silence. Second, it locks all of your files that you have on board. And third, it blackmails you for money in exchange of the locked data. Pretty nasty, isn’t it. But very clever too. Instead of stealing your credit card number, for example, the ransomware practically makes you give it your money voluntarily. This is how ransomware strains have turned into very effective moneymakers. Unfortunately, they don’t only steal your money. Keep reading this article in order to understand what you are dealing with and how to remove it.
As we already said, BlackJockerCrypter`s first step is the invasion. It slithers in your machine without you realizing it. As such infections are bound to seek your permission on their installments, they have to ask for it. But do you remember giving your approval? No. This is because ransomware asked for it in the sneakiest way possible. It tricked you. If it asks for permission straightforward you would definitely say no. That’s why it turns to tricks and deception and, above all, it relies on your carelessness. Without it, none of its tactics would work. Like freeware, for instance. If you are paying enough attention, you would spot the intruder and prevent it from entering. Or, spam emails messages.
All the crooks need to do is send you the pest in a legitimate looking email and you do the rest by being negligent and opening said email. Other infiltration methods include bogus program updates, corrupted links/pages, unverified torrents, and even Trojan horses. A ransomware could use the help of a Trojan to get in. So, don’t be gullible. Do your due vigilance and protect your machine. Don’t rush installation processes. Always read the Terms and Conditions. Stay away from shady pages. Don’t forget that what all infections (not only ransomware) want the most is your negligence. They cannot succeed without it.
Once BlackJockerCrypter has entered, it is time for step two. The encryption process. This virus locates all of your private files and encrypts them with a strong encryption algorithm. All of your pictures, music, videos, documents, MS Office files, etc. are rendered inaccessible. You can no longer use them in any way. Also, the ransomware appends the “[blackjockercrypter@gmail.com]..happydayzz” extension to all of your files. Seeing this means that the locking process is over and your files have been turned to unusable gibberish. This is when the pest drops its ransom note – a message from the crooks which explains your unpleasant situation and gives you instructions on how to fix it. Of course, solving your problems includes money. According to the hackers, you are supposed to contact them via the blackjockercrypter@gmail.com address, after which they will give you detailed payments instructions. If you want your files back you have to pay a ransom. The sum usually varies from 0.5 to 2.5 Bitcoins.
If you are unfamiliar with the Bitcoin online currency, you should know that 1 Bitcoin equals around $600. But the hefty sum is not your only worry. The bigger problem is that even if you pay you may not get your data back. There are no guarantees that the crooks will send you the decryption tool after you pay. They may simply get your money and not send you anything. Or, they may send you a tool which doesn’t work. And even if they give the right one and you decrypt your files, you still lose. The decryptor removes the encryption, not the infection. You still have the ransomware on your machine which means that you are not in the clear. It can re-encrypt your data hours after freeing them. Then what? Are you willing to pay again? How much money are you prepared to burn?
You do know that each cent the crooks get from you, they use for nothing but more malware creation. Not to mention that by paying you are giving crooks access to your privacy. You give them your personal and financial information to use as they see fit. There is no scenario in which this could end well for you. Unless you take measures. Don’t pay. Instead, use our removal guide below and remove the ransomware from your machine for good. And a piece of advice for the future: always create backups of your most important files. This is the only way you can be sure they are safe.
BlackJockerCrypter Ransomware Removal
Method 1: Restore your encrypted files using ShadowExplorer
Usually, BlackJockerCrypter Ransomware deletes all shadow copies, stored in your computer. Luckily, the ransomware is not always able to delete the shadow copies. So your first try should be restoring the original files from shadow copies.
- Download ShadowExplorer from this link: http://www.shadowexplorer.com/downloads.html.
- Install ShadowExplorer
- Open ShadowExplorer and select C: drive on the left panel
- Choose at least a month ago date from the date field
- Navigate to the folder with encrypted files
- Right-click on the encrypted file
- Select “Export” and choose a destination for the original file
Method 2: Restore your encrypted files by using System Restore
- Go to Start –> All programs –> Accessories –> System tools –> System restore
- Click “Next“
- Choose a restore point, at least a month ago
- Click “Next“
- Choose Disk C: (should be selected by default)
- Click “Next“. Wait for a few minutes and the restore should be done.
Method 3: Restore your files using File Recovery Software
If none of the above method works, you should try to recover encrypted files by using File Recovery Software. Since BlackJockerCrypter Ransomware first makes a copy of the original file, then encrypts it and deletes the original one, you can successfully restore the original, using a File Recovery Software. Here are a few free File Recovery Software programs:
