Ransomware Research
BlackCocaine Ransomware
BlackCocaine is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- BlackCocaine
- First Seen
- May 1, 2021
How BlackCocaine Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
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File Encryption Patterns
BlackCocaine modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..BlackCocaineRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, BlackCocaine displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW_TO_RECOVER_FILES.BlackCocaine.txtTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with BlackCocaine ransomware:
COCO.exe123.exesample - Copy.exemalware_1.exe
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About This Analysis
This BlackCocaine 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 BlackCocaine.
Last updated: July 30, 2025