Ransomware Research

DontCryLol Ransomware

DontCryLol is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
DontCryLol
First Seen
August 1, 2023

How DontCryLol Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Full extension -> 13-_[ID-GTXHF_Mail-dontcrylol@mailfence.com].BVM

File Encryption Patterns

DontCryLol modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

./\.[A-Z0-9]{3}$/

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, DontCryLol displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileReadMe.hta

Ransom message:

notes/ReadMe.hta

Note locations:

StartUpDesktop
fileRestore_Your_Files.txt

Ransom message:

notes/Restore_Your_Files.txt

Note locations:

EveryFolder

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with DontCryLol ransomware:

  • xinfecter.exe
  • Xinfecter.exe

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About This Analysis

This DontCryLol 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 DontCryLol.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

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