Ransomware Research
BlackBasta Ransomware
BlackBasta is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2022, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Black Basta, SafeMode, BlackBasta Doxware.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- BlackBasta
- First Seen
- April 1, 2022
- Known Aliases
- Black BastaSafeModeBlackBasta Doxware
How BlackBasta Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Stripes encryption 62e63388953bb30669b403867a3ac2c8130332cf78133f7fd4a7f23cdc939087 -> doesnt change filenames
File Encryption Patterns
BlackBasta modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..basta..a3y00dywf..vokou2s5gRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, BlackBasta displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
readme.txtRansom message:
notes/readme.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderinstructions_read_me.txtRansom message:
notes/instructions_read_me.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/CachedImage_1834_904_POS4.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with BlackBasta ransomware:
ADA1.exeUpdateReminder.exeMONDIAL_c.exe
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About This Analysis
This BlackBasta 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 BlackBasta.
Last updated: July 30, 2025