How to remove Brain Cipher Ransomware and decrypt your files

What is Brain Cipher Ransomware

Brain Cipher Ransomware is a type of malicious software designed to infiltrate a computer system and encrypt the user’s files, rendering them inaccessible. Once it has infiltrated a system, Brain Cipher Ransomware appends random extension to the filenames of the corrupted files, making it easy to identify what files have been compromised. Ransomware modifies name and extension of the files with 7-8 character alphanumeric sequence. This ransomware utilizes a strong encryption algorithm that typically involves a combination of AES and RSA encryption methods, which are difficult to reverse-engineer without the decryption key. The ransomware then creates a ransom note named [random_string].README.txt, which is usually placed within all folders containing encrypted files. This ransom note provides instructions on how to pay the ransom, often demanding cryptocurrency in exchange for the decryption key.

Currently, there are no known decryption tools publicly available that can unlock files encrypted by Brain Cipher Ransomware without paying the ransom. This is largely due to the robust encryption algorithm the ransomware employs. However, victims are strongly advised against paying the ransom, as it not only encourages the perpetrators but also doesn’t guarantee the restoration of files. The only sure way to recover your encrypted files without paying the ransom is to have a backup of the affected data stored in a location that wasn’t compromised by the ransomware. It is also important to remove the ransomware from your system to prevent further encryption or spreading to other files. Regular updates and robust security software can help protect against such threats in the future.

How Brain Cipher Ransomware infects computers

Brain Cipher Ransomware typically infiltrates computers through deceptive email attachments, malicious links, and compromised websites. Once a user inadvertently opens a contaminated attachment or clicks on a fraudulent link, the ransomware is promptly downloaded and executed. Exploiting system vulnerabilities, it swiftly encrypts files, rendering them inaccessible to the user. The ransomware often utilizes sophisticated obfuscation techniques to avoid detection by antivirus software. Additionally, it may disable security features and create persistence mechanisms to ensure it remains active on the infected system, demanding a ransom for the decryption key. Regular software updates and cautious email handling practices are essential to mitigate the risk of such infections.

1. Download Brain Cipher Ransomware Removal Tool
2. Get decryption tool for encrypted 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 Brain Cipher Ransomware

Brain Cipher Ransomware files:


[random_string].README.txt
{randomname}.exe


Brain Cipher Ransomware registry keys:

no information

How to decrypt and restore encrypted files

Use automated decryptors

Download Kaspersky RakhniDecryptor

Use following tool from Kaspersky called Rakhni Decryptor, that can decrypt encrypted 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 encrypted 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 Brain Cipher 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 encrypted 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 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 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 Brain Cipher 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. Brain Cipher 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.