Trend Micro Anti-Ransomware Tool
free ransomware antivirus software
- Publishers:Trend Micro
- License: Free
- Capacity: 4,5 KB
- Saved: 498
- Update:
- System: Windows XP/7/8/8.1/10
Trend Micro Anti-Ransomware Tool is a Trend Micro Anti-Ransomware tool that helps solve both cases that this malware can cause on the computer is only blocking Normal Mode or blocking both Normal Mode and Safe Mode.
What is ransomware?
Ransomware is a type of malware that can prevent or restrict users from accessing computer systems. This type of software forces victims to pay ransom through certain methods to regain access to the system or retrieve data. There are currently two types of Ransomware: Lock Screen: restricting users' access to computers and Crypto: encrypting files so that users cannot access their files.
This Trend Micro Anti-Ransomware Tool is designed to remove the Ransomware Lock Screen extortion virus from your computer in two different situations:
- Case 1: Ransomware Lock Screen blocks Normal Mode but Safe Mode with network connection is still accessible.
- Case 2: Ransomware Lock Screen blocks both Normal Mode and Safe Mode with network connection.
Image illustrating Ransomware virus when entering the computer
In the main download link you will download the Ransomware removal tool for case 1, click Download to download the tool for case 2.
Instructions for installing and using the Trend Micro Anti-Ransomware Tool to remove Ransomware
Case 1:
Step 1: Go to Safe Mode with network connection
Step 2: Download the Trend Micro Anti-Ransomware Tool and save it on the desktop
Step 3: Double click the AR20_build14.exe file to run the application
Note: Trend Micro Anti-Ransomware Tool can be installed in Safe Mode with a network connection. You can also install it through Regular Safe Mode and Safe Mode with Command Prompt.
Step 4: Click Install to start extracting the Trend Micro Anti-Ransomware Tool
Note: For Windows XP users, make sure to uncheck the Protect my computer and data from unauthorized program activity before running the program.
Step 5: Once the Trend Micro Anti-Ransomware Tool is installed, reboot the computer and go to Normal Mode, the mode that the screen is locked by Ransomware.
Step 6: Activate the Trend Micro Anti-Ransomware Tool by pressing Left Ctrl + Alt + T + I
Note: You must press this combination on the computer keyboard, not from external support (remote control, LMI). In some cases, this keystroke may need to be pressed more than once.
Step 7: The screen lock is terminated and the AntiRansomware screen appears
Step 8: Click Scan to scan your computer and search for Ransomware files
Step 9: Review and select the threats you identify as malicious then click Clean
Step 10: Click Reboot to restart the computer
Case 2:
Step 1: On another computer (without the virus) download Trend Micro Anti-Ransomware Tool for case 2 and save it to the desktop
Step 2: Extract the file AR4USSB_build11.rar
Step 3: Connect the USB to the computer
Step 4: Double click the ARUSBMaker.exe file to install
Step 5: Select Yes when the User Account Control window appears
Step 6: Select USB to install, click Yes
Note: This step will delete all data stored in the USB, you should back up the data first if it is important.
Step 7: Insert the USB installed Trend Micro Anti-Ransomware Tool into the infected computer
Step 8: Boot the infected computer from USB. If the USB is recognized, you will see this text on the screen when the computer is restarting
If the USB is not being recognized, try the following:
- Plug the USB into a different USB port and restart the computer
- Make sure the USB device is plugged in correctly
- Try another USB
Step 9: Log on to the infected computer, wait for the Trend Micro Anti-Ransomware Tool to stop screen lock and open the driver.
Note: The tool starts automatically without pressing any key to call it.
Step 10: Continue using the tool to troubleshoot
Step 11: Click Scan to scan the computer
Step 12: When the scan results are displayed, click Fix Now
The above is a detailed guide on how to use the Trend Micro Anti-Ransomware Tool in case your computer unfortunately is infected with this dangerous type of malware. As a precaution, you should install anti-virus software with real-time protection or install HitmanPro - an advanced antivirus software that has integrated Ransomware detection and removal - on your computer.
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