Ransomware Research
Wacatac Ransomware
Wacatac 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. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: DeathRansom.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Wacatac
- First Seen
- November 1, 2019
- Known Aliases
- DeathRansom
How Wacatac Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Wacatac modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..wctc..ADHUBLLKARansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Wacatac displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
read_me.txtRansom message:
notes/read_me.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Wacatac ransomware:
SVGDGGQO.exeA3D7DBGZ.exe2p1km7pr6l.exef19bmb3o0e.exeXFE1HD2S.exeWH5WL68J.exedeath.exelsass.exeransomware
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About This Analysis
This Wacatac 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 Wacatac.
Last updated: October 30, 2025
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