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