Ransomware Research
Domino Ransomware
Domino is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Domino
- First Seen
- April 1, 2016
How Domino Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Domino modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..dominoRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Domino displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
README_TO_RECURE_YOUR_FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/README_TO_RECURE_YOUR_FILES.txt
Note locations:
DesktopRansom message:
notes/note.txt
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Domino ransomware:
HelloWorld.exeHelloWorld.exe-bootcfg.exe
Recovery and Decryption Tools
Good news! Decryption tools are available for Domino ransomware:
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About This Analysis
This Domino 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 Domino.
Last updated: July 30, 2025