How to remove Deadnet Ransomware and decrypt .deadnet26 files

What is Deadnet Ransomware

Deadnet Ransomware is a malicious program that belongs to the MedusaLocker Ransomware family. It is designed to encrypt data and demand payment for its decryption. The ransomware primarily targets companies rather than home users. The impact of Deadnet Ransomware on victim organizations can be significant, leading to financial losses, disruption of operations, and reputational damage. Deadnet Ransomware uses a hybrid encryption scheme, which is common among modern ransomware. This scheme combines symmetric encryption algorithms like AES with asymmetric encryption algorithms like RSA. Although the specific encryption algorithm used by Deadnet Ransomware is not well-studied, this hybrid approach makes it more difficult for researchers and specialists to decrypt the affected files without paying the ransom. Deadnet Ransomware encrypts files and adds the .deadnet26 extension to their filenames. After the encryption process is completed, Deadnet Ransomware drops a ransom note titled HOW_TO_BACK_FILES.html.

The ransom note contains information about the ways of paying the ransom and contacting the attackers. There are no specific decryption tools for Deadnet Ransomware at this moment. It is generally advised not to contact the attackers or pay the ransom, as there is no guarantee that they will provide a decryption key. While some companies claim to have solutions for decrypting Deadnet-encrypted files, their effectiveness and legitimacy cannot be guaranteed. It is recommended to keep an eye on the No More Ransom Project website, as they may update their “Decryption Tools” section with new tools in the future.

How Django Ransomware infected your computer

Ransomware, like Deadnet, often spreads through phishing emails containing malicious attachments or drive-by downloading, which occurs when a user unknowingly visits an infected website, and malware is downloaded and installed without the user’s knowledge.

1. Download Deadnet Ransomware Removal Tool
2. Get decryption tool for .deadnet26 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 Deadnet Ransomware

Deadnet Ransomware files:


HOW_TO_BACK_FILES.html
{randomname}.exe


Deadnet Ransomware registry keys:

no information

How to decrypt and restore .deadnet26 files

Use automated decryptors

Download Kaspersky RakhniDecryptor

Use following tool from Kaspersky called Rakhni Decryptor, that can decrypt .deadnet26 files. Download it here:

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 .deadnet26 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 Deadnet 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 .deadnet26 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.

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 Deadnet Ransomware , in future

1. Get special anti-ransomware software

Use ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware

ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware Dashboard

ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware Alert

ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware Blocked

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.

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. Deadnet 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.