Remove CoinVault - Here's how

CoinVault - is it a virus?

CoinVault is so-called ransomware. The software is usually installed unnoticed when other programs are installed.
As soon as CoinVault gets on your computer, a certain part of your personal data is encrypted. Access will only be released after a payment.
No matter what you do, encryption cannot be resolved with simple methods. However, there is now a specialized tool that frees your data. Completely free of charge.

In the CoinVault software you will find the so-called "Bitcoin wallet address" at the bottom right. Save this in a desired file.
At the top left you will find the "View encrypted filelist" button. Here you will find all encrypted files. Save this content in a text document or a Word file.
Now download the Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool and install the software. Run a scan and then use it to remove CoinVault.
Then open this Kaspersky website and enter the previously noted Bitcoin wallet address.
If Kaspersky finds something, you will see a "key" and an "IV". You will need these two dates later.
Note: If you do not receive a key or IV, check the data again in the next few days. If the developers have changed the encryption, it may take a few days for Kaspersky to crack it too.

You can also find the decryption tool on the Kaspersky website. Download and start it.
If an error message appears, install the latest version of the Microsoft .NET Framework.
Click on the "Select File" button at the top right of the decryption tool and select the previously saved file list.
Then enter the key and the IV and click on the "Start" button.
Depending on the size of the data, the tool takes a few minutes to decrypt your data.

In the next practical tip, we will show you how to check individual files online for viruses.