How to Eliminate BigBobRoss Ransomware (Crypto-Malware/Ransomware)

What is BigBobRoss ransomware? And how does it carry out its attack?

BigBobRoss ransomware is apparently back but this time instead of using “.obfuscated” extension, it uses the “.encryptedALL” extension in marking the files it encrypt. This new and improved version BigBobRoss ransomware still uses a sophisticated encryption algorithm which is AES 128 (ECB mode), in encrypting files, leaving them inaccessible to victims.
BigBobRoss ransomware begins to carry out its attack by using an information gathering module which is set to obtain data about the infected computer and the user. The information it obtains is then used for stealth protection, avoiding detection from security programs in the system. After that, it makes further modifications in the system by creating and changing some entries in the Windows Registry allowing the crypto-malware to automatically run every time a user boots the computer. Once all these changes are completed, it begins the encryption process using a sophisticated encryption cipher. Once the encryption is done, it adds the .encryptedALL extension to every encrypted file and releases a ransom note named “Read Me.txt” which contains a message that states:
“———————————————- ALL YOUR FILES ARE ENCRYPTED ———————————————–
Your personal ID:[redacted 8 uppercase hex] Don’t worry, you can return all your files!
All your files documents, photos, databases and other important are encrypted with strongest encryption and unique key.
The only method of recovering files is to purchase decrypt tool and unique key for you.
This software will decrypt all your encrypted files.
What guarantees do we give to you?
You can send one of your encrypted file from your PC and we decrypt it for free.
But we can decrypt only 1 file less than 1Mb for free. File must not contain valuable information
Don’t try to use third-party decrypt tools because it will destroy your files.
You have to pay for decryption in Bitcoins. The price depends on how fast you write to us.
—————————————————————————————————————————
To get this software you need write on our e-mail:
[email protected]
Reserve e-mail address to contact us:
[email protected]”
If your files were encrypted by this ransomware threat it is best if you refrain from contacting the crooks with the given email address. It is recommended that you eliminate this ransomware from your computer as soon as you can to prevent further damage to your valuable data.
How is the payload file of BigBobRoss ransomware disseminated online?
Like its previous version, BigBobRoss ransomware utilizes spam emails to disseminate its payload file. Cyber crooks attach an obfuscated attachment that if opened, will launch the nasty ransomware into the targeted machine. Thus, it is recommended to double check emails first before opening them and downloading their attachments. It would also help prevent such attacks by keeping both your operating system and antivirus programs updated.
Eliminate BigBobRoss ransomware from your computer by following the removal steps provided below and the advanced steps that follows.
Step 1: First, you have to stop the malicious process of BigBobRoss ransomware by opening the Task Manager. To do that, simply tap Ctrl + Shift + Esc keys on your keyboard.
Step 2: Under the Task Manager, switch to the Processes tab and find suspicious-looking process that takes up most of your CPU’s resources and is most likely related to BigBobRoss ransomware.

Step 3: After that, close the Task Manager.
Step 4: Tap Win + R, type in appwiz.cpl and click OK or tap Enter to open Programs and Features under Control Panel.
Step 5: Under the list of installed programs, look for BigBobRoss ransomware or anything similar and then uninstall it.

Step 6: Next, close Control Panel and tap Win + E keys to launch File Explorer.
Step 7: Navigate to the following locations below and look for BigBobRoss ransomware’s malicious components such as “Read Me.txt” and [random].exe as well as other suspicious files, then delete all of them.

%TEMP%
%WINDIR%\System32\Tasks
%APPDATA%\Microsoft\Windows\Templates\
%USERPROFILE%\Downloads
%USERPROFILE%\Desktop

Step 8: Close the File Explorer.
Before you proceed to the next steps below, make sure that you are tech savvy enough to the point where you know exactly how to use and navigate your computer’s Registry. Keep in mind that any changes you make will highly impact your computer. To save you the trouble and time, you can just use [product-name], this system tool is proven to be safe and excellent enough that hackers won’t be able to hack into it. But if you can manage Windows Registry well, then by all means go on to the next steps.
Step 9: Tap Win + R to open Run and then type in regedit in the field and tap enter to pull up Windows Registry.

Step 10: Navigate to the following path:

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop\
HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Control Panel\Desktop\
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

Step 11: Delete the registry keys and sub-keys created by BigBobRoss ransomware.
Step 12: Close the Registry Editor and empty the Recycle Bin.
Try to recover your encrypted files using the Shadow Volume copies
Restoring your encrypted files using Windows’ Previous Versions feature will only be effective if BigBobRoss ransomware hasn’t deleted the shadow copies of your files. But still, this is one of the best and free methods there is, so it’s definitely worth a shot.
To restore the encrypted file, right-click on it and select Properties, a new window will pop-up, then proceed to Previous Versions. It will load the file’s previous version before it was modified. After it loads, select any of the previous versions displayed on the list like the one in the illustration below. And then click the Restore button.

Complete the removal process of BigBobRoss ransomware by using a trusted and reliable program like [product-name]. Refer to the following guidelines on how to use it.
Perform a full system scan using [product-code]. To do so, follow these steps:

Turn on your computer. If it’s already on, you have to reboot it.
After that, the BIOS screen will be displayed, but if Windows pops up instead, reboot your computer and try again. Once you’re on the BIOS screen, repeat pressing F8, by doing so the Advanced Option shows up.

To navigate the Advanced Option use the arrow keys and select Safe Mode with Networking then hit
Windows will now load the Safe Mode with Networking.
Press and hold both R key and Windows key.

If done correctly, the Windows Run Box will show up.
Type in the URL address, [product-url] in the Run dialog box and then tap Enter or click OK.
After that, it will download the program. Wait for the download to finish and then open the launcher to install the program.
Once the installation process is completed, run [product-code] to perform a full system scan.