Ransomware Research
BabyDuck Ransomware
BabyDuck is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- BabyDuck
- First Seen
- October 1, 2021
How BabyDuck Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
BabyDuck modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..babyduckRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, BabyDuck displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
README.babyduckRansom message:
notes/README.babyduck
ATTENTION!!!.txtRansom message:
notes/ATTENTION!!!.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with BabyDuck ransomware:
ewin.exe
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About This Analysis
This BabyDuck 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 BabyDuck.
Last updated: July 30, 2025