QuakeWay ransomware is malicious software that targets valuable data stored on the infected host. QuakeWay virus modifies the original code of predefined file types making them inaccessible until a particular action is done. Тhe .org extension highlights corrupted files. Crooks prompt victims to contact them at [email protected] and send the generated System UID as mail subject. Security specialists always advise victims to avoid any negotiations with cyber criminals and remove ransomware viruses like QuakeWay in a safe way. .
Manual Removal Guide
Recover .org Files
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QuakeWay Ransomware Virus in More Details
The infection is initiated by QuakeWay malicious payload which contains the malicious code written in AutoIt programming language. Once executed it performs a sequence of actions that cause massive damage to the whole system. The most unpleasant consequence in case of QuakeWay virus infection is the encryption of target files that are renamed with the .org extension and cannot be accessed. It is likely that the ransomware targets documents, images, photos, presentations, projects, audios, videos, archives, databases, etc. QuakeWay is utilizing strong cipher algorithm that modifies the original code of the data and generates unique decryption key that should be used for data recovery. In order to receive the decryption key, the user is urged to write an email to ‘[email protected]’ with personal System UID and ask for it as described in the ransom message named __iWasHere.txt
The following text is presented to victims’ infected computers (__iWasHere.txt):
===> Your files content changed to unreadable content to you and your PC, For restore operation send an email to [email protected] and send your UID came bellow as mail subject you will get back all of your files by instruction as our reply.
===> WARNING !!!Dont be stupid to delete this TXT file(or any change on your locked folder),else YOUR FILES WILL BE CORRUPT AND CANNOT BE RESTORED ANYWAY! EVEN BY INSERT TRUE CODE !
===> ATTENTION !!This is not a Ransomware. We don’t need your money Just wanna care you and upgrade your security.
Your System UID for email it is –>> {redacted}: {redacted} <-- We answer it during 7 days.
The QuakeWay ransomware case seems to be a cyber joke that just wants to remind users to upgrade their security and prevent future ransomware infections. However, QuakeWay payload is detected as a malicious Trojan variant by a large number of antivirus programs and being such it is likely to be developed to touch Windows Registry settings ensuring steady persistence on the computer. It may create malicious files on the infected host controlled by hackers via established connection with their command and control server. Thus they can obtain sensitive personal information and still bank and other profile credentials.
Furthermore, even though the crooks state “We don’t need your money Just wanna care you and upgrade your security.” there is always chance that their further instructions will extort money from victims or trick them into installing fake security or data recovery program that may be another malicious program.
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Remove QuakeWay Ransomware Virus and Restore Data
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QuakeWay Ransomware Virus – Manual Removal Steps
Start the PC in Safe Mode with Network
This will isolate all files and objects created by the ransomware so they will be removed efficiently. The steps bellow are applicable to all Windows versions.
1. Hit the WIN Key + R
2. A Run window will appear. In it, write msconfig and then press Enter
3. A Configuration box shall appear. In it Choose the tab named Boot
4. Mark Safe Boot option and then go to Network under it to tick it too
5. Apply -> OK
Show Hidden Files
Some ransomware threats are designed to hide their malicious files in the Windows so all files stored on the system should be visible.
1. Open My Computer/This PC
2. Windows 7
- – Click on Organize button
– Select Folder and search options
– Select the View tab
– Go under Hidden files and folders and mark Show hidden files and folders option
3. Windows 8/ 10
- – Open View tab
– Mark Hidden items option
4. Click Apply and then OK button
Enter Windows Task Manager and Stop Malicious Processes
1. Hit the following key combination: CTRL+SHIFT+ESC
2. Get over to Processes
3. When you find suspicious process right click on it and select Open File Location
4. Go back to Task Manager and end the malicious process. Right click on it again and choose End Process
5. Next, you should go folder where the malicious file is located and delete it
Repair Windows Registry
1. Again type simultaneously the WIN Key + R key combination
2. In the box, write regedit and hit Enter
3. Type the CTRL+ F and then write the malicious name in the search type field to locate the malicious executable
4. In case you have discovered registry keys and values related to the name, you should delete them, but be careful not to delete legitimate keys
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Recover .org Files
WARNING! All files and objects associated with QuakeWay virus should be removed from the infected PC before any data recovery attempts. Otherwise the virus may encrypt restored files. Furthermore, a backup of all encrypted files stored on external media is highly recommendable.
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3. Using System Restore Point
- – Hit WIN Key
– Select “Open System Restore” and follow the steps
4. Restore your personal files using File History
- – Hit WIN Key
– Type restore your files in the search box
– Select Restore your files with File History
– Choose a folder or type the name of the file in the search bar
– Hit the “Restore” button
