Sharecash Screenlocker Ransomware Virus (Removal Steps and Protection Updates)

The Sharecash Screenlocker ransomware is a dangerous new screenlocking type ransomware that infects target hosts and extorts a fee from the users to alleviate the bug. For more information read our article on the topic.

Sharecash Screenlocker Ransomware Description

The Sharecash Screenlocker ransomware is a new screenlocker that upon infection locks the screen of the victims and prohibits interaction with it. The hackers use special code that modifies the workings of the Microsoft Windows operating system to display the intrusive pop-up.

The contents of the message reads the following:

This copy of Microsoft Windows is not genuine.

To use all Microsoft Windows features, scuh as all updates from Windows update; get the latest updates; and receive product support, your copy of Microsoft Windows must be validated as genuine.

As a new step of security (to continue using Microsoft Windows) we require you to complete a survey for a new product code.

Click here to get your key

Your IP address:

Your computer will restart in 5 minutes to avoid damaging it.

PRODUCT KEY: Activate your key

From the lock screen we can deduce that there are several strategies that the criminal operators have used in the Sharecash Screenlocker ransomware:

• The hackers blackmail the users by impersonating Microsoft stating that the locker is a legitimate Windows security feature
• This is a type of locker that presents numerous ad-supported and sponsored surveys to the user. This is used to generate additional income for the criminal operators
• The initial security analysis shows that the code is not very well made which is highly unusual for an application of this type

The Sharecash Screenlocker ransomware is identified by virtually all anti-virus and anti-spyware solutions as a generic locker.

Sharecash Screenlocker Ransomware Distribution

A limited number of samples have been captured through live attacks against target victims. The virus is typically spread via email spam campaigns which utilize various social engineering tricks that promote the infected binary files.
Other means of getting infected with the Sharecash Screenlocker ransomware include downloading counterfeit software from untrusted sites and P2P networks such as BitTorrent.

Sharecash Screenlocker Ransomware Removal

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