Ransomware Research
HelpDCFile Ransomware
HelpDCFile is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- HelpDCFile
- First Seen
- September 1, 2016
How HelpDCFile Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
https://www.hybrid-analysis.com/sample/1e3473ed19a31431a6ac10f2cd2518a02165f06bb4dff47cb89a008d685b5371?environmentId=100 https://app.any.run/tasks/ab36bd73-5868-483b-8ec9-772ca76a56e8
File Encryption Patterns
HelpDCFile modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..xxxRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, HelpDCFile displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
help_dcfile.txtRansom message:
notes/help_dcfile.txt
Note locations:
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About This Analysis
This HelpDCFile 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 HelpDCFile.
Last updated: July 30, 2025