Ransomware Research
DVPN Ransomware
DVPN is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: DreamVPN.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- DVPN
- First Seen
- September 1, 2019
- Known Aliases
- DreamVPN
How DVPN Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
DVPN modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
.-(已锁定)Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, DVPN displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
{origin_filename}(文件锁定说明).txtRansom message:
notes/PDF2.pdf.(文件锁定说明).txt
Note locations:
EveryFileTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with DVPN ransomware:
dvpn.exeHVMRuntimeRuntime.dllAntRuntm.dllBrowser.dllBypassRuntm.dll
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About This Analysis
This DVPN 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 DVPN.
Last updated: July 30, 2025