How to remove Xrp Ransomware and decrypt .xrp files

What is Xrp Ransomware

XRP Ransomware is a type of malicious software that belongs to the GlobeImposter ransomware family. Its primary function is to encrypt files on a victim’s computer, rendering them inaccessible. The ransomware appends an email address and the .xrp extension to filenames, indicating that the files have been encrypted. Upon infecting a computer, XRP Ransomware scans the entire hard drive for files and locks them. For example, it changes 1.jpg to 1.jpg.[a.wyper@bejants.com].xrp. Ransomware typically employs symmetric or asymmetric encryption. Symmetric encryption uses the same key for both encryption and decryption, while asymmetric encryption utilizes two distinct keys – one for encryption and another for decryption. XRP Ransomware creates a ransom note named Read_For_Restore_File.html in each folder containing encrypted files. The ransom note typically instructs victims on how to pay a ransom to decrypt their files.

Decrypting .xrp files without the decryption key is generally not possible. Victims are often left with the difficult choice of paying the ransom or losing their files. However, it’s recommended not to pay the ransom as it encourages the attackers and there’s no guarantee that they will provide the decryption key after payment. Instead, victims should remove the ransomware from their system to prevent further infections and restore their files from a backup if available. XRP Ransomware is a serious threat that encrypts files and demands a ransom for their decryption. Understanding its workings and following preventive measures can help in mitigating the risk of infection.

How Xrp Ransomware infects computers

XRP Ransomware typically infiltrates computers through infected email attachments, torrent websites, and malicious ads. Attackers often use social engineering tactics to trick recipients into opening malicious emails. These emails may appear to come from a legitimate company or contain intriguing and legal-sounding texts. Another method of delivering XRP ransomware is through exploit kits, which are toolkits utilized by attackers on compromised websites. These exploit kits target vulnerabilities in a victim’s computer or mobile device, allowing the ransomware to be installed and executed without the user’s knowledge.

1. Download Xrp Ransomware Removal Tool
2. Get decryption tool for .xrp 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 Xrp Ransomware

Xrp Ransomware files:


Read_For_Restore_File.html
{randomname}.exe


Xrp Ransomware registry keys:

no information

How to decrypt and restore .xrp files

Use automated decryptors

Download Kaspersky RakhniDecryptor

Use the following tool from Kaspersky called Rakhni Decryptor, that can decrypt .xrp 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 .xrp 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 Xrp 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 .xrp 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 Xrp 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. Xrp 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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