How to remove Babyduck Ransomware and decrypt .babyduck files

What is Babyduck Ransomware

Babyduck is a ransomware infection that encrypts data by assigning the .babyduck extension. The word encryption means users will no longer be able to open system-stored files because they are blocked. Those files will undergo two visual changes – a new extension and a reset of shortcut icons. To illustrate, a file like 1.pdf will be altered to 1.pdf.babyduck and drop its icon to blank. Right after this, Babyduck creates a text note with ransom instructions (README.babyduck).

Research related to this ransomware version has been temporarily frozen and not yet updated. The only thing that stands out clearly is how encrypted data will look after the ransomware attack. Despite there is no precise information on ransom instructions, they are more likely similar to other file-encryptors. Cybercriminals will probably ask you to pay for special decryption software that will access your data. The payment can be usually done only in cryptocurrency like Bitcoin. Apart from this, it is also common to see extortionists offer free file encryption. They allow victims to send 1 or a couple of files to test if they are able to decrypt them. This is somewhat of a trick meant to instill trust and motivate users towards paying the ransom. Cybercriminals may try many call-to-action techniques to keep victims involved. Whatever they are, it is often risky to transfer the requested ransom to cybercriminals. They can fool you and not send any decryption tools eventually. As a result, you will lose your money and nerves. Unless files can be officially decrypted, victims are advised to use backup copies for the recovery of files. This is the only option to restore them for free. You can also try some third-party programs, but we are unable to guarantee they will decrypt your data successfully. We recommend you give it a try only in case no other option is left. Move on to our guide below to learn how to remove Babyduck Ransomware from your computer and restore encrypted data.

How Babyduck Ransomware infected your computer

The majority of ransomware attacks happen the same way – through malicious e-mail spam letters (macros), trojans, fake set-ups (installers) imitating the installation of legal software, backdoors, keyloggers, botnets, exploits, unprotected RDP configuration, and other channels that did not fit in this list. As a rule, many cybercriminals use macros set up inside of legitimate files (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.) to deliver various infections, including ransomware. These files are usually sent to many many e-mails addresses around the globe. Once received, some users get curious and open the attached files or links leading to download pages. The result is obvious and does not need to be explained – ultimate infection of a system. Developers of malware may also attach .exe or .js files, but this is less frequent because many e-mail services block them immediately not letting such files come along with a message. Fraudulent groups may also spread malware via software disguised as legitimate. The most popular are Adobe Flash Player, pirated, cracked, and freeware programs. If you want to protect yourself against such threats in the future, make sure to be careful and wary of what you interact with around the web. We are also going to give a couple of useful tips on how to establish additional protection against threats like Babyduck Ransomware in the future. Read this information down below.

1. Download Babyduck Ransomware Removal Tool
2. Get decryption tool for .babyduck 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 Babyduck Ransomware

Babyduck Ransomware files:


README.babyduck
{randomname}.exe


Babyduck Ransomware registry keys:

no information

How to decrypt and restore .babyduck files

Use automated decryptors

Download Kaspersky RakhniDecryptor

Use following tool from Kaspersky called Rakhni Decryptor, that can decrypt .babyduck 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 .babyduck 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 Babyduck 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 .babyduck files

1. Download Stellar Data Recovery Professional.
2. Click Recover Data button.
3. Select type of files you want to restore and click Next button.
4. Choose 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 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 is no items in the list choose alternative method.

Using Shadow Explorer:

1. Download Shadow Explorer program.
2. Run it and you will see 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 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 Babyduck 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. Babyduck 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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