Ransomware Research
Desync Ransomware
Desync is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Unnamed Desync.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Desync
- First Seen
- November 1, 2019
- Known Aliases
- Unnamed Desync
How Desync Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Desync modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..DESYNCRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Desync displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
# HOW TO DECRYPT YOUR FILES #.txtRansom message:
notes/# HOW TO DECRYPT YOUR FILES #.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Desync ransomware:
Desync.exemlua.exe
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About This Analysis
This Desync 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 Desync.
Last updated: July 30, 2025