Ransomware Research
RarVault Ransomware
RarVault 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
- RarVault
- First Seen
- September 1, 2016
How RarVault Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Archives files with rar.exe (dropped from the resources) with password Ransom note location -> RarVault folder in the RootDiscs
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, RarVault displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Rar_Vault_User.txtRansom message:
notes/Rar_Vault_User.txt
RarVault.htmRansom message:
notes/RarVault.htm
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with RarVault ransomware:
lsаss.exelsаss.exels?ss.exe
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About This Analysis
This RarVault 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 RarVault.
Last updated: July 30, 2025