Ransomware Research
YanluoWang Ransomware
YanluoWang is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on December 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- YanluoWang
- First Seen
- December 1, 2021
How YanluoWang Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Syntax -> encrypt.exe [(-p,-path,--path)<path>] But no success with start
File Encryption Patterns
YanluoWang modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..yanluowangRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, YanluoWang displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
README.txtRansom message:
notes/README.txt
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with YanluoWang ransomware:
515AFCBD.vsc515AFCC2.vsc
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About This Analysis
This YanluoWang 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 YanluoWang.
Last updated: July 30, 2025