Ransomware Research

Jackpot Ransomware

Jackpot is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Jackpot, Jackpot Test.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
Jackpot
First Seen
August 1, 2020
Known Aliases
JackpotJackpot Test

How Jackpot Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

A lot of communications with C&C Sample will not work without valid responses

File Encryption Patterns

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

File extensions added after encryption:

..coin

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

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

filepayment request.txt

Ransom message:

notes/payment request.txt

Note locations:

Desktop
filepayment request.html

Ransom message:

notes/payment request.html

Note locations:

Desktop

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with Jackpot ransomware:

  • jackpot_http.exe
  • Jackpot Test Ransomware.exe
  • Jackpot Ransomware.exe

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About This Analysis

This Jackpot 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 Jackpot.

Last updated: July 30, 2025