How to remove Rapid 2.0 ransomware and decrypt files

What is Rapid 2.0 ransomware

Rapid 2.0 – is a newest version of Rapid ransomware, that is keep spreading around the world. Interesting fact – the ransomware would not affect user’s computer, if there is a russian version of Windows in it. This virus is extremely danger for any system, it will encrypt all the files on victim’s computer and demand for ransom. The cost of it is quite big, if your computer is infected with Rapid 2.0 ransomware, you should not pay for decryption of your files, because cyber criminals are not going to help anyone. Still, you may remove Rapid 2.0 ransomware and decrypt files without paying anything.

The way this ransomware works is quite simple – first of all, Rapid 2.0 breaks through your system, then starts encrypting procedure with AES encryption algorithm. Rapid 2.0 ransomware adds 5 random characters as an extension to the name of all the encrypted files. For example, family_photo.jpeg file turns into family_photo.JFCWF.jpeg file. Once all the data is encrypted, the ransomware drops DECRYPT.[5-random-chars].txt on your desktop. You may find demands of cyber criminals in it, here is Rapid 2.0 ransom note:

– ALL YOUR FILES ARE ENCRYPTED BY RAPID 2.0 RANSOMWARE –
Dont worry, you can return all your files!
Attention!
All your files documents, photos, databases and other important are encrypted with strongest encryption and unique key.
The only method of recovering files is to purchase a Rapid Decryptor.
This software will decrypt all your encrypted files and will delete Rapid from your PC.
To get this software you need write on our e-mail:
1. supp1decr@cock.li
2. supp2decr@cock.li (if first email unavailable)
What guarantees do we give to you?
You can send one of your encrypted file from your PC and we decrypt him for free.
But we can decrypt only 1 file for free. File must not contain valuable information
Attention!
Dont try to use third-party decryptor tools because it will destroy your files.

There are two solutions of this problem. First is to use special Removal Tool. Removal Tools delete all instances of malware by few clicks and help user to save time. Or you can use Manual Removal Guide, but you should know that it might be very difficult to remove Rapid 2.0 ransomware manually without specialist’s help.

Rapid 2.0 Removal Guide

1. Download Rapid 2.0 Removal Tool.
2. Remove Rapid 2.0 from Windows (7, 8, 8.1, Vista, XP, 10) or Mac OS (Run system in Safe Mode).
3. How to Decrypt Rapid 2.0 files.
4. How to restore system to previous “condition”.
5. How to protect PC from future infections.

How to remove Rapid 2.0 ransomware automatically:

Download Norton Security This removal tool can help you to get rid of this nasty virus and clean up your system. In case you need a proper and reliable solution, we recommend you to download and try it. This anti-ransomware removal tool is able to detect and remove Rapid 2.0 ransomware from your system.

Manual Rapid 2.0 Removal Guide

Below is step-by-step instructions to remove Rapid 2.0 from Windows and Mac computers. Follow this steps carefully and remove files and folders belonging to Rapid 2.0. First of all, you will need to run system in a Safe Mode. Then find and remove needed files and folders.

Uninstall Rapid 2.0 from Windows or Mac

Windows 7/Vista:

1. Restart the computer;
2. Press Settings button;
3. Choose Safe Mode;
4. Find programs or files potentially related to Rapid 2.0 by using Removal Tool;
5. Delete found files;

Windows 8/8.1:

1. Restart the computer;
2. Press Settings button;
3. Choose Safe Mode;
4. Find programs or files potentially related to Rapid 2.0 by using Removal Tool;
5. Delete found files;

Windows 10:

1. Restart the computer;
2. Press Settings button;
3. Choose Safe Mode;
4. Find programs or files potentially related to Rapid 2.0 by using Removal Tool;
5. Delete found files;

Windows XP:

1. Restart the computer;
2. Press Settings button;
3. Choose Safe Mode;
4. Find programs or files potentially related to Rapid 2.0 by using Removal Tool;
5. Delete found files;

Mac OS:

1. Restart the computer;
2. Press and Hold Shift button, before system will be loaded;
3. Release Shift button, when Apple logo appears;
4. Find programs or files potentially related to Rapid 2.0 by using Removal Tool;
5. Delete found files;

How to decrypt Rapid 2.0 files

After removing Rapid 2.0 ransomware, you can try to decrypt infected files. All you need is decrypting tool. There may be a trouble – not all of the files can be decrypted and restored, it depends on ransomware.
One of those programs is Trend Micro Ransomware File Decryptor. This software may help you to decode the data, give it a try.
Download TrendMicro Decryptor

How to restore encrypted files

If you can’t decrypt your files or just don’t want to use those instructions, you can try to restore system from recovery point by using special tools: Previous Versions, System Restore, Shadow Explorer. You can also try Data Recover Pro application in order to restore your files, give it a try.

Restore data with Stellar Data Recovery

1. Download and install Stellar Data Recovery
2. Choose drives and folders with your data, then press Scan.
3. Select all the files in a folder, then click on Restore button.
4. Manage export location. That’s it!

Restore encrypted files using Shadow Explorer

Shadow Explorer – is good software with simple interface, that gives an access to “shadow copies”.

1. Run the Shadow Explorer;
2. Choose local disk, that contains needed files (sector 1 on picture);
3. Choose time period, when files weren’t encrypted (sector 2 on picture);
4. Find needed files and folders, after this right-click them and Press Export;
5. Choose the export location and check files;

Restore encrypted files using Recuva

There is another program, that can help user to recover encrypted files. And this program is Recuva, software which friendly interface.

1. Run the Recuva;
2. Follow instructions and wait until scan process ends;
3. Find needed files, mark them and Press Recover button;

How to prevent ransomware infection?

Since Rapid 2.0 classified as ransomware, it needs a method to infiltrate into personal computer. And the most usable method is attaching to e-mail with messages, that provocate to open attached document.

Be careful while reading e-mail from unknown and suspicious users. Also, you can install various programs, which will stop any actions from suspicious applications, like ransomware. The most popular programs are:
HitmanPro.Alert with CryptoGuard, Malwarebytes Anti-Ransomware and CryptoPrevent. Those programs may detect many known ransomware and some unknown ransomware. It is recommended to use such programs for safety of your personal documents and files in future.