Ransomware Research
Venom Ransomware
Venom is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: VenomRAT.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Venom
- First Seen
- October 1, 2020
- Known Aliases
- VenomRAT
How Venom Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Venom modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..Venom..V3NOMRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Venom displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW-TO-RECOVER-YOUR-FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/HOW-TO-RECOVER-YOUR-FILES.txt
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Ransom message:
notes/Wallpaper.png
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Venom ransomware:
Lime_text.exeVenombin.exeVenom.exe
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About This Analysis
This Venom 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 Venom.
Last updated: July 30, 2025