Ransomware Research
DualShot Ransomware
DualShot is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- DualShot
- First Seen
- June 1, 2020
How DualShot Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
DualShot modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..dsecRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, DualShot displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
LoginTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with DualShot ransomware:
DualShot.exe
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About This Analysis
This DualShot 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 DualShot.
Last updated: July 30, 2025