WinWord64 Ransomware
WinWord64 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick facts
How WinWord64 ransomware works
File encryption patterns
WinWord64 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
Ransom note and payment demands
After encrypting files, WinWord64 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
notes/note.txt
Technical indicators
Associated executable files
The following executable files are associated with WinWord64 ransomware:
- winword64.exe
About this analysis
This WinWord64 ransomware analysis is part of Elastio's comprehensive ransomware detection database. Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery, helping organizations defend against and recover from ransomware attacks like WinWord64.
Last updated: December 30, 2025
Elastio detects WinWord64 inside your data and backups.
The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify WinWord64 across live data, replicated data, and backups. If this family is in your environment, Elastio finds it before encryption completes. Run a scan against your recovery points to confirm.
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