How to remove Datarip Ransomware and decrypt .datarip files

What is Datarip Ransomware

Datarip Ransomware is a recent and highly disruptive strain of file-encrypting malware that targets Windows systems, originating from the notorious MedusaLocker family. Once executed on a victim’s device, it systematically scans for documents, images, videos, databases, and many other file types, encrypting them using robust RSA and AES cryptographic algorithms. Following successful encryption, the ransomware appends a unique .datarip extension to every affected file, making them instantly unrecognizable and inaccessible without the decryption key. For instance, a file previously named holiday.jpg becomes holiday.jpg.datarip, clearly signaling to users that their data is under hostage. To further its intimidation, the malware alters the desktop wallpaper and drops a ransom note – RETURN_DATA.html – directly onto the desktop and within folders containing encrypted content, ensuring the victim’s awareness is immediate and persistent. This HTML ransom note sternly warns against using third-party recovery tools, renaming encrypted files, or modifying them, as these actions may result in irreversible data corruption. Compounding the pressure, the criminals claim to have exfiltrated sensitive data and threaten to leak or sell this information unless contact is made and payment arranged within a strict time frame. Contact details, typically anonymous email accounts, are provided for negotiations, where victims are encouraged to send samples for “free decryption” as proof of capability. Datarip’s communication tactics underscore the dual risk of permanent data loss and potential privacy breaches.

To date, no legitimate or publicly available decryption tools exist that can recover files affected by Datarip Ransomware. The encryption methods employed by this family are designed to be virtually unbreakable without the unique key held by the attackers themselves, rendering brute-force or generic decryption approaches ineffective. Claims made by various third-party recovery services offering to decrypt .datarip files should be treated with extreme skepticism; many such services are fraudulent or merely act as intermediaries for the ransomware operators. The only viable chances for restoring encrypted files are relying on clean, offline backups made prior to infection or utilizing version history features from cloud services not affected by the ransomware. Victims are strongly discouraged from paying the ransom, as there is no guarantee that the criminals will provide the real decryption tool or refrain from leaking stolen information. For those already affected, the best course of action is to immediately isolate the infected machine from the network, consult with cybersecurity professionals, and report the attack to relevant authorities. Proactive prevention steps (such as email vigilance, system updates, and regular secure backups) remain the most effective defense against future ransomware threats.

How Datarip Ransomware infects computers

Datarip Ransomware, a member of the MedusaLocker family, infiltrates computers through various deceptive techniques commonly exploited by cybercriminals. Users are often tricked into downloading malicious attachments or clicking on harmful links in phishing emails, which disguise themselves as legitimate communication. Once executed, these payloads initiate the ransomware installation process. Additionally, malware can be distributed via compromised websites, malicious advertisements, or through networks like peer-to-peer (P2P) sharing, where unsuspecting users download infected files. Software vulnerabilities, particularly in outdated systems, can also serve as entry points for Datarip, allowing the ransomware to bypass security defenses and encrypt critical files. To mitigate these risks, users should maintain up-to-date security software, exercise caution with unsolicited emails, and avoid downloading software from untrusted sources.

1. Download Datarip Ransomware Removal Tool
2. Get decryption tool for .datarip files
3. Recover encrypted files with Stellar Data Recovery Professional
4. Restore encrypted files with Windows Previous Versions
5. Restore files with Shadow Explorer
6. How to protect from threats like Datarip Ransomware

Datarip Ransomware files:


RETURN_DATA.html
{randomname}.exe


Datarip Ransomware registry keys:

no information

How to decrypt and restore .datarip files

Use automated decryptors

Download Kaspersky RakhniDecryptor

Use the following tool from Kaspersky called Rakhni Decryptor, that can decrypt .datarip files. Download it here:

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There is no purpose to pay the ransom because there is no guarantee you will receive the key, but you will put your bank credentials at risk.

Dr.Web Rescue Pack

Famous antivirus vendor Dr. Web provides free decryption service for the owners of its products: Dr.Web Security Space or Dr.Web Enterprise Security Suite. Other users can ask for help in the decryption of .datarip files by uploading samples to Dr. Web Ransomware Decryption Service. Analyzing files will be performed free of charge and if files are decryptable, all you need to do is purchase a 2-year license of Dr.Web Security Space worth $120 or less. Otherwise, you don’t have to pay.

If you are infected with Datarip Ransomware and removed from your computer, you can try to decrypt your files. Antivirus vendors and individuals create free decryptors for some crypto-lockers. To attempt to decrypt them manually, you can do the following:

Use Stellar Data Recovery Professional to restore .datarip files

1. Download Stellar Data Recovery Professional.
2. Click Recover Data button.
3. Select the type of files you want to restore and click Next button.
4. Choose the location where you would like to restore files from and click Scan button.
5. Preview found files, choose ones you will restore and click Recover.

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Using Windows Previous Versions option:

1. Right-click on infected file and choose Properties.
2. Select Previous Versions tab.
3. Choose a particular version of the file and click Copy.
4. To restore the selected file and replace the existing one, click on the Restore button.
5. In case there are no items in the list, choose an alternative method.

Using Shadow Explorer:

1. Download Shadow Explorer program.
2. Run it, and you will see a screen listing of all the drives and the dates that shadow copy was created.
3. Select the drive and date that you want to restore from.
4. Right-click on a folder name and select Export.
5. In case there are no other dates in the list, choose an alternative method.

If you are using Dropbox:

1. Login to the Dropbox website and go to the folder that contains encrypted files.
2. Right-click on the encrypted file and select Previous Versions.
3. Select the version of the file you wish to restore and click on the Restore button.

How to protect computer from viruses, like Datarip Ransomware, in future

1. Get special anti-ransomware software

Use ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware

Famous antivirus brand ZoneAlarm by Check Point released a comprehensive tool, that will help you with active anti-ransomware protection, as an additional shield to your current protection. The tool provides Zero-Day protection against ransomware and allows you to recover files. ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware is compatible with all other antiviruses, firewalls, and security software except ZoneAlarm Extreme (already shipped with ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware) or Check Point Endpoint products. The killer features of this application are: automatic file recovery, overwrite protection that instantly and automatically recovers any encrypted files, file protection that detects and blocks even unknown encryptors.

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2. Back up your files

As an additional way to save your files, we recommend online backup. Local storage, such as hard drives, SSDs, flash drives, or remote network storage can be instantly infected by the virus once plugged in or connected to. Datarip Ransomware uses some techniques to exploit this. One of the best services and programs for easy automatic online backup is iDrive. It has the most profitable terms and a simple interface. You can read more about iDrive cloud backup and storage here.

3. Do not open spam e-mails and protect your mailbox

Malicious attachments to spam or phishing e-mails are the most popular method of ransomware distribution. Using spam filters and creating anti-spam rules is good practice. One of the world leaders in anti-spam protection is MailWasher Pro. It works with various desktop applications and provides a very high level of anti-spam protection.

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