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donex

INACTIVERansomware-as-a-Service

ransomware group

Donex is a ransomware family that emerged in early 2022 as a rebrand of the older Muse ransomware. It uses a double-extortion strategy, combining file encryption with threats to leak stolen data on a Tor-hosted portal. Written in C++, Donex encrypts files using a combination of ChaCha20 and RSA-4096 algorithms and appends a custom extension unique to each victim. The group targets a broad range of sectors, including manufacturing, logistics, and professional services, with victims reported across North America, Europe, and Asia. Initial access methods include exploitation of public-facing applications and the use of stolen RDP credentials.

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First Discovered
Mar 8, 2024
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Last Discovered
Mar 8, 2024
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Inactive Since
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Avg Discount
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