AVISO Ransomware Virus (Removal Steps and Protection Updates)

The AVISO ransomware is a new ransomware threat that is still under active investigation, follow our guide to learn all about it and how to remove active infections from your computer.

AVISO Ransomware Description

The AVISO ransomware is a new threat that is still under investigation by security researchers. The discovered samples are just a few days old and we still do not know how many infections have been made. From the released information so far we can say that this is a variant of the TorrentLocker ransomware which has made quite a bit infections.

The ransomware targets specific user files and encrypts them with a cipher to prevent access. At the current moment we don’t know exactly what kind of data AVISO targets but that is probably the list that TorrentLocker uses.

The ransomware is being delivered as a single file 1 MB size. The identified sample has the MD5 checksum of “86c85bd08dfac63df65eaeae82ed14f7”.

AVISO Ransomware Distribution

The AVISO ransomware is distributed in a typical manner, mainly by sending out malicious spam email campaigns to the target computer users. They contain malicious attachments and links that lead to infections with the AVISO Ransomware. These messages pose as legitimate documents such as financial statements, invoices, reports and etc.

The first malware samples were reported in a Spanish media which indicates that attack campaigns might be operating from Spain.

AVISO Ransomware Removal

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STEP I: Start the PC in Safe Mode with Network
This will isolate all files and objects created by the ransomware so they will be removed efficiently.

1) Hit WIN Key + R

2) A Run window will appear. In it, write “msconfig” and then press Enter
3) A Configuration box shall appear. In it Choose the tab named “Boot”
4) Mark “Safe Boot” option and then go to “Network” under it to tick it too
5) Apply -> OK

Or check our video guide – “How to start PC in Safe Mode with Networking”

STEP II: Show Hidden Files

1) Open My Computer/This PC
2) Windows 7
– Click on “Organize” button
– Select “Folder and search options”
– Select the “View” tab
– Go under “Hidden files and folders” and mark “Show hidden files and folders” option

3) Windows 8/ 10

– Open “View” tab
– Mark “Hidden items” option



4) Click “Apply” and then “OK” button

STEP III: Enter Windows Task Manager and Stop Malicious Processes

1) Hit the following key combination: CTRL+SHIFT+ESC
2) Get over to “Processes”
3) When you find suspicious process right click on it and select “Open File Location”
4) Go back to Task Manager and end the malicious process. Right click on it again and choose “End Process”
5) Next you should go folder where the malicious file is located and delete it

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STEP V: Repair Windows Registry

1) Again type simultaneously the Windows Button + R key combination
2) In the box, write “regedit”(without the inverted commas) and hit Enter
3) Type the CTRL+F and then write the malicious name in the search type field to locate the malicious executable
4) In case you have discovered registry keys and values related to the name, you should delete them, but be careful not to delete legitimate keys

Further help for Windows Registry repair

STEP VI: Recover Encrypted Files

1) Use present backups
2) Restore your personal files using File History
– Hit WIN Key
– Type “restore your files” in the search box
– Select “Restore your files with File History”
– Choose a folder or type the name of the file in the search bar



– Hit the “Restore” button

3) Using System Restore Point

– Hit WIN Key
– Select “Open System Restore” and follow the steps

STEP VII: Preventive Security Measures

1) Enable and properly configure your Firewall.
2) Install and maintain reliable anti-malware software.
3) Secure your web browser.
4) Check regularly for available software updates and apply them.
5) Disable macros in Office documents.
6) Use strong passwords.
7) Don’t open attachments or click on links unless you’re certain they’re safe.
8) Backup regularly your data.

SpyHunter anti-malware tool will diagnose all current threats on the computer. By purchasing the full version, you will be able to remove all malware threats instantly. Additional information about SpyHunter / Help to uninstall SpyHunter