Vanilla Reload virus

The Vanilla Reload virus (also found as Vanilla Refill virus or scam) is terminology utilized to identify a computer virus and specific malware found in the ransomware category of dangerous computer threats.

There are 3 main versions of the Vanilla Reload virus. The first one is a mild infection likely initiated by malicious advertisements. It simply causes internet browsers to become locked at a set number of iframes, meaning that the first version of the computer infection only locks an internet browser such as Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer, and Safari in place. To remove this first version all a user has to do is reset the browser or figure out procedures to close the browser window. In some cases there are a minimum of 159+ iframes set, which means an internet user may remove this scam by closing the same window 159+ times.

The other 2 versions of this computer virus are much more severe and very dangerous. They likely infect a computer by use of trojan horses and can remain undetected on an infected computer system. The difference between the 2 more dangerous versions of the Vanilla Reload virus is that one of the viruses has the capability to encrypt computer files, while the other version primarily locks a computer system in place without encrypting personal files and documents.

All versions of the Vanilla Reload virus are used to lock or restrict access to a computer system or internet browser using a full screen window or webpage that claims to contain a message from local government departments and other lawful authorities, similar to the FBI virus we discovered in 2012. The message is always fraudulent and is never sent by any legitimate authority. The message usually claims that the computer owner or computer user violated the law by visiting or distributing prohibited content such as videos, audio, and pornography, or some other offense such as computer negligence, and further states that the computer owner must pay a fine in order to unlock the infected computer or receive a unique key to decrypt files. It should be noted that the message is entirely false, the computer owner is not in trouble, and paying the fine will not remove dangerous malware from the infected computer.

This Vanilla Reload removal guide will help you remove the Vanilla Reload virus and other ransomware. To get rid of this dangerous malware use the free steps provided on this webpage.

1. Vanilla Reload virus removal software

1. We highly recommend writing down the toll free number below in case you run into any issues or problems while following the instructions. Our techs will kindly assist you with any problems.

2. Install the free or paid version of Malwarebytes Anti-Malware.

3. Once Malwarebytes is installed, run the program. *Malwarebytes may automatically begin to update and scan your computer at this point.

4. Once the Malwarebytes program has been open, if a scan has not initiated, please click the large Scan Now button or visit the “Scan” tab to initiate a scan. Before the scan is started Malwarebytes may ask to update the software, make sure to do so if prompted to.

5. Once the scan is complete, click the Quarantine All button to remove the files.

6. You may also chose to visit the History tab and click Delete All to remove these files from the Quarantine log, although these files no longer prove a threat.

2. System Restore/Reset

A System Restore or Reset is an easy solution to restore an infected computer to a date and time before it became infected with the Vanilla Reload computer virus. To learn more please select a link below:

• Windows System Restore Instructions

• Windows 8 Refresh/Reset Instructions

Vanilla Reload virus removal tips:

If the Vanilla Reload virus is difficult to remove there are several steps you can use to troubleshoot the removal process:

User accounts

Ransomware often infects 1 user account on Windows systems at a time. Here are some tips to remove ransomware by using different user accounts.

• Log into an account not affected by malware (with administrative rights) and perform a scan with reputable software to detect and remove malware.

• You can also delete the infected account.

• Other options include creating a new user account to remove malware if only 1 Window’s user account is present on the computer system.

Denying flash

Some variants of ransomware use flash and symptoms of the infection can be halted by denying flash via Macromedia’s real-time options. To learn more and deny flash please visit: http://www.macromedia.com/support/documentation/en/flashplayer/help/help09.html

Troubleshoot internet/network issues

Safe Mode With Networking can be used to access the Internet for updates, drivers, removal software, or other files if internet and network connectivity is compromised.