Ransomware Research
TurkStatik Ransomware
TurkStatik is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- TurkStatik
- First Seen
- November 1, 2019
How TurkStatik Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Slow encryption (also encrypts system folders -> PF, etc)
File Encryption Patterns
TurkStatik modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..cipheredRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, TurkStatik displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
README_DONT_DELETE.txtRansom message:
notes/README_DONT_DELETE.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with TurkStatik ransomware:
JavaEmbededLibrary.exeJRE.exe
Recovery and Decryption Tools
Good news! Decryption tools are available for TurkStatik ransomware:
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About This Analysis
This TurkStatik 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 TurkStatik.
Last updated: July 30, 2025