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