Emsisoft Decrypter for Nemucod

Emsisoft Decrypter for Nemucod is a small tool that allows you to decrypt files that have been locked by the well-known JScript malware family, Nemucod.

It is important to note that the ransomware uses a rather sneaky method of spreading to unsuspecting victims' computers. To be more precise, the malware is spread via emails that inform that you have been summoned to court on a given date and that you need to prepare several documents for the appeal.

While it may be scary to receive such emails, you should make sure that the message is legit first. Moreover, you should avoid opening attachments that come in unknown formats, as Nemucod employs usually comes with a javascript attachment. Simply put, you should be wary of any emails that feature attachments in JS format and that include the aforementioned message.

It is necessary to underline that you need to have an infected file as well as its unencrypted version to use the tool. While in the first case, you can use any infected file of at least 510 bytes from your computer, in the latter one you might need to search for one among your backups.

Once you acquire them, you can just drag and drop them over the decryption tool and the application automatically starts the brute-force attack of the encryption. You should keep in mind that since this is a brute-force operation, the app tries a plethora of key combinations and hence, the process can take some time.

Simply because you now have the decryption key and decoded the files, that does not mean you are safe. It is highly recommended that you clean your system and make sure that all traces of Nemucod are removed.

Without denying that a court appeal is something that should be treated seriously, make sure to verify the source that sends you the inform notice. In the unfortunate event that you got lured and are dealing with a ransomware infection, then clean your PC and use Emsisoft Decrypter for Nemucod to try to decode your files.