Ransomware Research
DarkDev Ransomware
DarkDev is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- DarkDev
- First Seen
- October 1, 2024
How DarkDev Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
DarkDev modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..darkdevRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, DarkDev displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
How_to_back_files.htaRansom message:
notes/How_to_back_files.hta
Note locations:
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About This Analysis
This DarkDev 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 DarkDev.
Last updated: July 30, 2025