Ransomware Research
DireWolf Ransomware
DireWolf is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2025, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: DireWolf Doxware, DireWolf Hacking Group.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- DireWolf
- First Seen
- June 1, 2025
- Known Aliases
- DireWolf DoxwareDireWolf Hacking Group
How DireWolf Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
DireWolf modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..direwolfRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, DireWolf displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HowToRecoveryFiles.txtRansom message:
notes/HowToRecoveryFiles.txt
Note locations:
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About This Analysis
This DireWolf 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 DireWolf.
Last updated: September 30, 2025
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