Ransomware Research
AntiWar Ransomware
AntiWar is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on March 1, 2022, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- AntiWar
- First Seen
- March 1, 2022
How AntiWar Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
AntiWar modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..putinwillburninhellRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, AntiWar displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
RUSSKIJ VOENNIJ KORABL IDI NAHUJ.htmlRansom message:
notes/RUSSKIJ VOENNIJ KORABL IDI NAHUJ.html
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with AntiWar ransomware:
encryptor.x64.exe
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About This Analysis
This AntiWar ransomware analysis is part of Elastio's comprehensive ransomware detection database. Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery solutions, helping organizations defend against and recover from ransomware attacks like AntiWar.
Last updated: July 30, 2025