Ransomware Research
StopWarInUkraine Ransomware
StopWarInUkraine is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2022, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: StopWarInUkraineLocker.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- StopWarInUkraine
- First Seen
- April 1, 2022
- Known Aliases
- StopWarInUkraineLocker
How StopWarInUkraine Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
StopWarInUkraine modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..freeukraineRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, StopWarInUkraine displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/message.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with StopWarInUkraine ransomware:
lockuiransow.exeRoamingProcDiag.exe
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About This Analysis
This StopWarInUkraine 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 StopWarInUkraine.
Last updated: July 30, 2025