Ransomware

Hlas Ransomware is a member of the Djvu family of ransomware, which is notorious for its sophisticated encryption techniques and severe impact on infected systems. Once a computer is compromised, the ransomware encrypts files and appends the .hlas extension to them, rendering them inaccessible. For example, a file named document.docx would be renamed to document.docx.hlas. This ransomware typically uses a combination of AES and RSA encryption algorithms, ensuring that the decryption process is highly complex and virtually impossible without the unique decryption key, which is generated during the encryption process and stored on remote servers controlled by the attackers. Victims of this ransomware will find a ransom note named _readme.txt within each affected directory, detailing the demands of the cybercriminals. The note usually states that the victim must pay a substantial ransom, often in cryptocurrency, to receive the decryption tool and unique key needed to restore their files.

ELPACO-team Ransomware is a notorious type of malicious software designed specifically to encrypt and rename files on an infected computer. This ransomware appends the .ELPACO-team extension to the filenames of the compromised files, making them inaccessible without a specialized decryption tool. For instance, a file named document.txt will be renamed to document.txt.ELPACO-team, effectively locking the user out of their own data. It employs sophisticated encryption algorithms that make it extremely challenging to decrypt the files without the appropriate decryption key. This key is typically stored on a remote server controlled by the cybercriminals, making unauthorized decryption nearly impossible. Upon successful encryption, ELPACO-team Ransomware creates a ransom note titled Decryption_INFO.txt on the infected system, often placing it on the desktop or in every directory containing encrypted files.

PURGAT0RY Ransomware is a malicious software designed to encrypt the data on a victim's computer and demand payment for decryption. Once it infiltrates the system, it targets and encrypts files, rendering them inaccessible. One of the notable characteristics is that it appends the .PURGAT0RY extension to each encrypted file. For instance, a file named image.jpg would be renamed to image.jpg.PURGAT0RY. The ransomware employs sophisticated encryption algorithms, often making decryption without the attacker's key implausible. Following the encryption process, PURGAT0RY Ransomware typically modifies the desktop wallpaper and generates a ransom note, which is usually placed on the desktop or within the affected directories. This note informs the victim of the ransom amount, generally demanded in Bitcoin, and provides instructions on how to make the payment.

MoneyIsTime Ransomware is a nefarious type of malware designed to encrypt files on an infected computer and hold them hostage in exchange for a ransom. This malicious software appends a string of random characters along with the .moneyistime extension to the names of the affected files, effectively making them inaccessible to the user. For instance, a file named 1.jpg would be renamed to 1.jpg.{A8B13012-3962-8B52-BAAA-BCC19668745C}.moneyistime. The ransomware also creates a ransom note titled README.TXT in various directories, informing victims of the encryption and providing instructions for contacting the attackers. It uses strong encryption algorithms that are nearly impossible to crack without the corresponding decryption key, which is typically held by the cybercriminals.

Pwn3d Ransomware is a type of malicious software classified under the ransomware category, which is designed to encrypt users' files and demand a ransom payment for their decryption. Once executed, this ransomware modifies the file names by appending random strings of characters along with the .pwn3d extension. For instance, a file named document.jpg might be renamed to document.jpg.{F29674AD-5DBD-F246-0BB8-6C7B6268AF8C}.pwn3d. The encryption typically employs advanced algorithms that make it extremely difficult or nearly impossible to decrypt the files without the appropriate key. After encryption, a ransom note is generated in the form of a text file named README.txt, which is placed in various directories, including the desktop, to inform the victim about the encryption.

Razrusheniye Ransomware is a malicious program discovered by researchers while examining new submissions on platforms like VirusTotal. This ransomware operates by encrypting files on the victim’s system, rendering them inaccessible until a ransom is paid. Once a file is encrypted, its filename extension is changed to .raz, for example, a file named 1.jpg becomes 1.jpg.raz. The ransomware employs advanced AES256 encryption to lock data, making it difficult, if not impossible, to retrieve without the decryption key. Upon executing its payload, Razrusheniye also changes the desktop wallpaper and generates a ransom note named README.txt, which is placed in various locations on the infected system. This note informs the victim that their critical files, such as databases and photos, have been encrypted, and demands a ransom of roughly 70 USD for their recovery.

Dice Ransomware is a malicious software designed to encrypt files on an infected computer and demand a ransom for their decryption. This ransomware appends the .dice extension to the original filenames of infected files, turning files such as document.docx into document.docx.dice. Once the files are encrypted, the malware creates a ransom note titled readme.txt, which it places in various directories to inform the victim of the breach and provide instructions on how to contact the attackers. The note typically threatens that the compromised data will be published on TOR websites if the victim does not pay the ransom. The encryption used by Dice Ransomware is generally robust and often leverages advanced algorithms, making it virtually impossible to decrypt the files without the attackers' decryption key.

Insom Ransomware is a potent form of malware that belongs to the Makop family, a notorious group known for encrypting users' files and demanding a ransom for their decryption. When it infects a system, it appends a unique identifier, the attacker's email address, and the .insom extension to the locked files. For instance, a file named photo.jpg would be renamed to something like photo.jpg.[ID].[attacker@domain.com].insom. This ransomware typically uses strong encryption algorithms, making the decryption of affected files very difficult without the attacker's decryption key. After encrypting the files, it drops a ransom note named README-WARNING+.txt, which typically appears on the desktop and in directories containing encrypted files. The note usually warns victims about the encryption of their data and threatens to publish or permanently encrypt their files unless the ransom is paid.