BTCamant Ransomware Virus (Removal Steps and Protection Updates)

Security researchers have uncovered a new malware strain known as the BTCamant which is still under an in-depth analysis. To learn more about it continue reading our removal guide.

BTCamant Ransomware Description

Security researchers have uncovered the BTCamant ransomware which is still under an active investigation. The virus’s name comes from Mission 1996 which is a reference from the “Mision: Impossible” movie. According to the released information so far this is a strain or an improved version of the Radamant ransomware, an old virus that was first uncovered in December 2015.

It encrypts target user files using the AES-256 cipher and demands a ransom payment of 0.5 Bitcoins. It is very likely that the virus targets the same list of file type extension as the core virus. The full list includes the following data:

1cd, dbf, dt, cf, cfu, mxl, epf, kdbx, erf, vrp, grs, geo, st, pff, mft, efd, 3dm, 3ds, rib, ma, sldasm, sldprt, max, blend, Iwo, lws, mad, mb, obj, x, x3d, movie.byu, c4d, fbx, dgn, dwg, 4db, 4d1, 4mp, abs, accdb, accdc, accd e, accdr, accdt, accdw, accft, adn, aid, adp, aft, and, alf, ask, awdb, azz, bdb, bib, bnd, bok, btr, bak, backu p, cdb, ckp, clkw, cma, crd, daconnections, dacpac, dad, dadiagrams, daf, daschema, db, db-shm, db-wal, db2, db 3, dbc, dbk, dbs, dbt, dbv, dbx, dcb, dct, dcx, ddl, df1, dmo, dnc, dpl, dqy, dsk, dsn, dta, dtsx, dxl, eco, ec x, edb, emd, eql, fcd, fdb, fic, fid, fil, fm5, fmp, fmp12, fmpsl, fol, fp3, fp4, fps, fp7, fpt, fpt, fzb, fzv, g db, gwi, hdb, his, ib, idc, ihx, itdb, itw, jtx, kdb, lgc, maq, mdb, mdbhtml, mdf, mdn, mdt, mrg, mud, mwb, s3m, myd, ndf, ns2, ns3, ns4, nsf, nsf, nv2, nyf, oce, odb, oqy, ora, orx, owc, owg, oyx, p96, p97, pan, pdb, pdb, pd b, pdm, phm, pnz, pth, pwa, qpx, qry, qvd, rctd, rdb, rpd, rsd, sbf, sdb, sdb, sdb, sdf, spq, 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The Radamant ransomware is also known to delete the Shadow Volume Copies of the infected host which is typical for most malware of this type. We assume that this feature is kept in the BTCamant iteration as well.

The crafted ransom note has the following contents:

Hello!
For getting back Your PC data You need to contact with us through email as soon as possible: [email protected] , [email protected]

If not much change has been introduced to the codebase then the virus can easily be removed using a trusted anti-spyware utility.

The virus targets the user data and appends the .BTC extension to the affected files. A randomly-named ransom note is crafted in each folder where a file has been encrypted.

Most anti-spyware and anti-virus vendors have already added the file to their updated definitions sets.

BTCamant Ransomware Distribution

At this moment there is no way to distinguish which distribution method is used by the BTCamant Ransomware.

Still the most widely infection tactics used by malware families such as this one employ spam email messages, malicious ads, browser hijackers and etc.

BTCamant Ransomware Removal

For a faster solution, you can run a scan with an advanced malware removal tool and delete BTCamant completely with a few mouse clicks.

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

STEP IV: Remove Completely BTCamant Ransomware Using SpyHunter Anti-Malware Tool

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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