Ransomware Research
Stinger Ransomware
Stinger is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on March 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Stinger
- First Seen
- March 1, 2018
How Stinger Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Stinger modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..Stinger..ScorpionRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Stinger displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
About .Stinger unlocking instructions.txtRansom message:
notes/About .Stinger unlocking instructions.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderAbout .Scorpion V4.0 unlocking instructions.txtRansom message:
notes/About .Scorpion V4.0 unlocking instructions.txt
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Stinger ransomware:
Stinger.exestinger.exe
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About This Analysis
This Stinger 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 Stinger.
Last updated: July 30, 2025