How To Get Rid Of Mirai Ransomware?

Have you been infected with Mirai ransomware or other similar malware? Are you tired of looking for a solution that can help you get rid of it completely? You're at the right place and in the right time. Read on for more information about this infection, about why it appeared, etc. and the way out to get rid of it.

Mirai is malware that has become very prevalent and has been in the headlines for quite some time. Mirai is a Japanese word that means future while a malicious software, or malware, is an umbrella term for computer viruses, spyware, Trojan horses, etc.

The Mirai malware infects devices that function on ARC processors. Mirai then turns them into an organized network of bots, or what is sometimes called zombies. The network of bots is called a botnet.

This malware controls and collects internet-connected devices until it has enough to completely shut down a service or a server. This method of attack is called Distributed Denial of Service or simply DDoS.

To date, Mirai has been responsible for numerous massive DDoS attacks. Mirai once attacked the website of a famous cybersecurity journalist and knocked it offline. It is also believed that Mirai was responsible for the massive DDoS attack on Dyn, a famous service provider for several known websites.

What’s even more troublesome about this malware is that its creators decided to release the malware’s code into the internet. Cybercriminals then swarmed on the code and made their version of the Mirai and attacked various devices.

Getting Rid of the Mirai Malware

The Mirai malware has been ever-evolving since its first attack. And with its code on the internet, a lot of new variations have sprung up. So, how does one get rid of this malicious malware?

Here are two ways to remove Mirai from your device.

Method 1: By Initiating System Restore

One way to get rid of the Mirai ransomware is by initiating the system restore. Here is how:

1. First, at the login screen of Windows, press the power button.
2. Hold the shift key on your keyboard and click Restart.
3. A window will appear at the startup. Select Troubleshoot.
4. Go to Advanced Options.
5. After that, locate and click on Startup Settings.
6. Once the window pops up, click on Restart.
7. After your computer becomes active, go to Startup Settings.
8. In the next window, select Enable Safe mode with Command Prompt.
   
9. After the safe mode is enabled, open Command Prompt.
10. When the Command Prompt window shows up, enter the code cd restore and then click the Enter key on your keyboard.
    
11. Wait for the process to end and then type the code rstrui.exe and then press the Enter key on your keyboard once again.
    
12. After the process ends, a window will pop up. This is the System Restore window. Click Next on the bottom right of the window and just follow the onscreen instructions until the process is finished.
13. Scan and download again all the necessary files that were lost during the system restore. You can also use data recovery software to recover lost files.
14. Check and see if Mirai has been completely removed from your device.

Method 2: Using Safe Mode with Networking to Remove the Mirai Malware

Use these steps to remove the Mirai malware using safe mode with networking:

1. Press the power button from the Windows screen.
2. Hold the shift key on your keyboard and click Restart.
3. A window will appear at the startup. Select Troubleshoot.
4. Go to Advanced Options.
5. After that, locate and click on Startup Settings.
6. Once the window pops up, click on Restart.
7. To remove Mirai, log in to the account which was infected and open the browser. Download a legitimate spyware application and update it.
8. Open the spyware application and perform a full system scan. The spyware should be able to detect Mirai and completely remove it from your device.

Summary: Get rid of Mirai ransomware

• Shutdown your computer.
• Disconnect from the network.
• Unplug your computer and other devices.
• Download a decryption tool for Mirai.
• Use the decryption tool to unlock your files.
• Clean up your computer to be sure that there are no other threats present.

Conclusion

We hope that these methods are effective in helping you remove the Mirai ransomware. However, prevention is always better than cure. You can always look for ways to keep yourself safe from cyber-attacks while online. Antiviruses and VPN can help you with that.