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What is MiniMe Ransomware?

MiniMe Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts files on a victim’s computer and demands payment in exchange for the decryption key. It is a relatively new ransomware strain that was first discovered in 2023. The ransomware is, probably named after the popular movie character “Mini-Me” from the Austin Powers series. MiniMe Ransomware adds the .minime extension to encrypted files. For example, a file named example.doc would be renamed to example.doc.minime after encryption. MiniMe Ransomware uses a combination of RSA and AES encryption to encrypt files on a victim’s computer. MiniMe Ransomware creates a ransom note named read_it.txt in each folder that contains encrypted files. The ransom note contains instructions on how to pay the ransom and obtain the decryption key.

read_it.txt
Don't worry, you can return all your files!
All your files like documents, photos, databases and other important are encrypted
What guarantees do we give to you?
You can send 3 of your encrypted files and we decrypt it for free.
You must follow these steps To decrypt your files :
1) Write on our e-mail :test@test.com ( In case of no answer in 24 hours check your spam folder
or write us to this e-mail: test2@test.com)
2) Obtain Bitcoin (You have to pay for decryption in Bitcoins.
After payment we will send you the tool that will decrypt all your files.)

The ransom note created by MiniMe Ransomware informs the victim that their databases, documents, photos, and other important files have been encrypted. The note does not mention the exact sum of the ransom, but it does state that it must be paid in Bitcoin cryptocurrency. The victim is given a deadline to pay the ransom, after which the decryption key will be destroyed, and the files will be lost permanently. At the time of writing, there are no decryption tools available for MiniMe Ransomware. The only way to decrypt .minime files is to obtain the decryption key from the attackers. However, paying the ransom is not recommended. Victims should instead try to restore their files from backups. If backups are not available, victims can contact a reputable data recovery service for assistance. We recommend using file-recovery tools like Stellar Data Recovery Professional to attempt restoring your data.

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How MiniMe Ransomware infected your computer

MiniMe Ransomware typically infects computers through phishing emails, malicious attachments, or software vulnerabilities. Once the ransomware infects a computer, it begins to encrypt files on the computer and any connected network drives.

  1. Download MiniMe Ransomware Removal Tool
  2. Get decryption tool for .minime 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 MiniMe Ransomware

Download Removal Tool

Download Removal Tool

To remove MiniMe Ransomware completely, we recommend you to use SpyHunter 5 from EnigmaSoft Limited. It detects and removes all files, folders, and registry keys of MiniMe Ransomware. The trial version of SpyHunter 5 offers virus scan and 1-time removal for FREE.

Alternative Removal Tool

Download Norton Antivirus

To remove MiniMe Ransomware completely, we recommend you to use Norton Antivirus from Symantec. It detects and removes all files, folders, and registry keys of MiniMe Ransomware and prevents future infections by similar viruses.

MiniMe Ransomware files:


read_it.txt
{randomname}.exe

MiniMe Ransomware registry keys:

no information

How to decrypt and restore .minime files

Use automated decryptors

Download Kaspersky RakhniDecryptor

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Use following tool from Kaspersky called Rakhni Decryptor, that can decrypt .minime 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 .minime 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 MiniMe 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 .minime files

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  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 MiniMe 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

idrive backup

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. MiniMe 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

mailwasher pro

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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