Ransomware Research
WhiteRose Ransomware
WhiteRose is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- WhiteRose
- First Seen
- April 1, 2018
How WhiteRose Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Encrypts filename -> 0kaZVObHWHpEa6zG_ENCRYPTED_BY.WHITEROSE
File Encryption Patterns
WhiteRose modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
._ENCRYPTED_BY.WHITEROSERansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, WhiteRose displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW-TO-RECOVERY-FILES.TXTRansom message:
notes/HOW-TO-RECOVERY-FILES.TXT
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with WhiteRose ransomware:
White.exeransomware whiteroseWHITE.EXEwhite_rose.exeWhite_rose.exewhite-ransomware.exi
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About This Analysis
This WhiteRose 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 WhiteRose.
Last updated: July 30, 2025