Ransomware Research
TheDarkEncryptor Ransomware
TheDarkEncryptor is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- TheDarkEncryptor
- First Seen
- June 1, 2017
How TheDarkEncryptor Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
TheDarkEncryptor modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..tdelfRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, TheDarkEncryptor displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/RansomWare.res.wallpaper.png
Note locations:
DesktopRansom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
LoginTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with TheDarkEncryptor ransomware:
RansomWare.exeu2unjr.exe
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About This Analysis
This TheDarkEncryptor 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 TheDarkEncryptor.
Last updated: July 30, 2025