Ransomware Research
Vulcan Ransomware
Vulcan is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on December 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Vulcan
- First Seen
- December 1, 2024
How Vulcan Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
PyInstaller
File Encryption Patterns
Vulcan modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..vulcanRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Vulcan displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Vulcan ransomware:
vulcanspoofer.exe
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About This Analysis
This Vulcan 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 Vulcan.
Last updated: July 30, 2025