Gingerbread Ransomware Virus (Removal Steps and Protection Updates)

The Gingerbread ransomware is a new malware type that displays a ransom note in Russian. For more details and removal instructions read our article below.

Gingerbread Ransomware Description

The Gingerbread ransomware is a malware threat that is still under active investigation. The ransomware displays a ransom note in Russian which suggests that its developers might be located in The Russian Federation or a Russian-speaking country. A machine translation of the ransomware note reads the following:

Gingerbread gone from her grandmother and grandfather, and found that he had no money, not even apartments snyatyu1 Long thought bun, wanted to hang himself – but could not. And all that he can rasschitytsfe – for your help!

Help Kolobok, and he will return your files! Recover these data by specifying the identifier:
mail ID
[email protected] k1

For additional information- filesencoded.com

As it appears the ransomware developers have used the backstory of a popular folk tale to deliver the ransom message to the victims. No specific sum is given to the users which may indicate that the creators can vary the extortion fee depending on the compromised data and the victim itself.

Gingerbread Ransomware Distribution

As of this moment the main distribution method of the Gingerbread ransomware is not known. Possible means include email spam campaigns, browser hijackers and Trojans.

Gingerbread Ransomware Removal

For a faster solution, you can run a scan with an advanced malware removal tool and delete Gingerbread 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 Gingerbread 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