Ransomware Research
AvGhost Ransomware
AvGhost is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- AvGhost
- First Seen
- November 1, 2021
How AvGhost Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
AvGhost modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..AvGhostRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, AvGhost displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
AvGhost.txtRansom message:
notes/AvGhost.txt
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About This Analysis
This AvGhost 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 AvGhost.
Last updated: July 30, 2025