Ransomware Research
Embargo Ransomware
Embargo is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Embargo
- First Seen
- May 1, 2024
How Embargo Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Extensions -> .564ba1; .3d828a
File Encryption Patterns
Embargo modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
./\.[a-f0-9]{6}$/Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Embargo displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW_TO_RECOVER_FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/HOW_TO_RECOVER_FILES.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Embargo ransomware:
Embargo - 복사본.exe_suspicious_ransomware
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About This Analysis
This Embargo 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 Embargo.
Last updated: July 30, 2025