UIGD Ransomware. How to decrypt .uigd files?

If you can’t open your photos, documents, or data and also see the .uigd extension on them, your computer is surely infected with Uigd ransomware. It belongs to STOP/Djvu ransomware family

Uigd ransomware encrypts personal files identified on the victim’s computer with the extension “.uigd” and then creates the ransom note in each folder which contains encrypted files. The instructions are placed on the victim’s PC in the “readme.txt” file. Its task is basically similar to other representatives of the same family: Eyrv, Vlff, Iios.

What is Uigd Ransomware?

Uigd is file-encrypting ransomware that prevents access to your text files, Excel tables, videos and photos by ciphering them. It marks the ciphered files with the “.uigd” extension. Then Uigd ransomware adds a money ransom note (readme.txt) to each folder. In this note, you can see the instructions to pay the ransom ($490-$980 in Bitcoin) to a certain Bitcoin wallet. The AES-256 or RSA-1028 cipher it utilizes to cipher the documents is not decryptable with modern computers. Even quantum PCs that currently exist will spend thousands of years to brute force the decryption key.

How dangerous is the Uigd ransomware?

When Uigd ransomware appears on your PC, it will scan your system for photos, videos, and important documents. It [ciphers all widespread file formats- .psd, .doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .pdf, .jpeg, .png, et cetera. When these files are located, the ransomware will encrypt them and also change their extension to “.uigd” to ensure that you understand what happened.

After the Uigd ransomware encrypted the data on your computer, it will drop the last “readme.txt” file on the main screen. In addition to the money transferring instructions, the victims also see the email addresses to contact the crooks – helprestoremanager@airmail.cc and manager@mailtemp.ch.

Here is the money ransom note that the Uigd ransomware shows to its victims:

ATTENTION!

Don't worry, you can return all your files!
All your files like pictures, databases, documents and other important are encrypted with strongest encryption and unique key.
The only method of recovering files is to purchase decrypt tool and unique key for you.
This software will decrypt all your encrypted files.
What guarantees you have?
You can send one of your encrypted file from your PC and we decrypt it for free.
But we can decrypt only 1 file for free. File must not contain valuable information.
You can get and look video overview decrypt tool:
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Price of private key and decrypt software is $980.
Discount 50% available if you contact us first 72 hours, that's price for you is $490.
Please note that you'll never restore your data without payment.
Check your e-mail "Spam" or "Junk" folder if you don't get answer more than 6 hours.

To get this software you need write on our e-mail:
manager@mailtemp.ch

Reserve e-mail address to contact us:
helprestoremanager@airmail.cc

How did the Uigd ransomware get on my computer?

The Uigd ransomware spreads by posting links to download hacked programs or games. Cybercriminals that spread this ransomware are remarkably foxy, and aim to correspond with modern things. New games releases, new popular movies – Uigd creators make whatever to get their money on that. Some of the most common strategies these burglars apply is one-day sites with torrent downloading links. Nevertheless, following the current things is not the only way these crooks utilize. Options that have already turned into classic, such as e-mail spamming, are also usual for STOP/Djvu ransomware distribution.

The example of email spamming that may lead to Uigd ransomware injection

Preventing this ransomware does not require a lot of initiative. Adhering to the regular rules of computer hygiene will noticeably minimize all risks. Bear in mind that opening all documents you get on e-mail is not a great idea. Even worse scenario is to enable macros in Microsoft Office files. But it is much better to avoid the malware attack at the moment when you have just opened the email message. Checking the sender’s address can say a lot about what you can expect, as well as when you see things like “support@amazon.com”– it is likely a legit e-mail. Meanwhile, stuff that tries to appear like Amazon or FedEx delivery alert, however, uses the e-mail address of “amazonspurrot1363@gmail.com”– need to make you get on the alarm. Above, you can see the example of such a message.

Illegal sources of various digital things require some extra description. Going against copyright regulation already exposes you to the chance of being fined. Nonetheless, utilizing torrent trackers or third-party sites to download “free” programs also exposes you to a wide range of malware. No one can oversee unidentified individuals that launch the torrent seeding or publish the hacked program version on the site with pirated software.

Uigd virus removal instructions.

This guide below shows how to use Trojan Killer Portable³ for Uigd virus detection and removal:

Restore the files encrypted by the Uigd ransomware

In most cases, it’s impossible to recover the files encrypted by the Uigd ransomware because the private key needed to unlock the encrypted files is only available through cybercriminals. However, we’ve listed one option you can use to recover your files below.

Warning! Make sure you remove the ransomware from your system first, otherwise, it will repeatedly encrypt your files.

If your files were encrypted with an offline key, there is a chance you can recover them by using Emsisoft Decryptor for the STOP/Djvu decryption tool. Follow the below guide to recover your files using the Emsisoft Decryptor for STOP/Djvu.

1. You can download Emsisoft Decryptor for STOP Djvu by clicking this link.
2. When the decryptor has finished downloading, double-click on “decrypt_STOPDjvu.exe” to run this program on your computer.
3. Click the “Decrypt” button to start the decryption process for Uigd files. The screen will switch to a status view, informing you about your files’ current process and decryption status.
4. The decryptor will inform you once the decryption process will be finished. If you require the report for your records, you can save it by clicking the “Save log” button.

If the Emsisoft Decryptor can’t decrypt your .uigd files and you do not plan on paying the ransom, it is advised that you make an image of the encrypted drives so that you can decrypt them in the future.

Your computer should now be free of the Uigd ransomware infection. However, suppose your current antivirus allowed this malicious program on your computer. In that case, you might want to consider purchasing the full-featured version of Trojan Killer to protect against these types of threats in the future.

UIGD Ransomware — How To Remove Virus & Decrypt Files?

Name: UIGD Virus

Description: UIGD Virus is a STOP/DJVU family of ransomware-type virus. It encrypts files, video, photos, documents. Encrypted files can be tracked by a specific uigd extension. UIGD ransomware asks victims for a ransom fee about $490 - $980 in Bitcoin.

Offer price: 480

Currency: $

Operating System: Windows

Application Category: Virus

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