Sage.DA Ransomware
Threat Scorecard
EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecard
EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards are assessment reports for different malware threats which have been collected and analyzed by our research team. EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards evaluate and rank threats using several metrics including real-world and potential risk factors, trends, frequency, prevalence, and persistence. EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards are updated regularly based on our research data and metrics and are useful for a wide range of computer users, from end users seeking solutions to remove malware from their systems to security experts analyzing threats.
EnigmaSoft Threat Scorecards display a variety of useful information, including:
Popularity Rank: The ranking of a particular threat in EnigmaSoft’s Threat Database.
Severity Level: The determined severity level of an object, represented numerically, based on our risk modeling process and research, as explained in our Threat Assessment Criteria.
Infected Computers: The number of confirmed and suspected cases of a particular threat detected on infected computers as reported by SpyHunter.
See also Threat Assessment Criteria.
| Threat Level: | 100 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 23 |
| First Seen: | September 1, 2021 |
| Last Seen: | January 7, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The detection of Sage.DA Ransomware on your system indicates a serious security threat that requires immediate attention. Ransomware is a type of malware designed to encrypt files on a victim's computer and demand a ransom in exchange for the decryption key. In this report, we will provide an overview of the Sage.DA Ransomware threat, its operating methods, symptoms of infection, and steps to remove it from your system.
Table of Contents
What Is Sage.DA Ransomware?
Ransomware, like Sage.DA Ransomware, is a malicious software that uses encryption to hold a victim's files hostage. It typically spreads through phishing emails, exploited vulnerabilities, or infected software downloads. Once inside a system, it begins to scan for files to encrypt, often targeting common file types such as documents, images, and videos. The goal of the attackers is to extort money from the victim by demanding a ransom in exchange for the decryption key.
How Sage.DA Ransomware Operates
The operation of Sage.DA Ransomware involves several steps. First, it gains entry into a system, often through user interaction with a malicious email attachment or link, or by exploiting a vulnerability in the system or applications. Once inside, it may communicate with its command and control server to receive instructions and send information about the infected system. It then starts the encryption process, which can happen rapidly, encrypting files and sometimes even the master boot record of the hard drive. After encryption, it displays a ransom note, demanding payment in cryptocurrency for the decryption key.
Symptoms of Infection
Symptoms of a Sage.DA Ransomware infection can include the inability to access files, files having unusual extensions appended to their names, and the presence of a ransom note or demand for payment. The system may also exhibit slowed performance or behave erratically. In some cases, the ransomware may also attempt to spread to other machines on the network, making swift action crucial to prevent further damage.
How to Remove Sage.DA Ransomware
- Enter Safe Mode with Networking to prevent the malware from loading and to allow for the removal process. This can usually be done by pressing a specific key (such as F8) during boot-up.
- Perform a full scan of your system using a reputable anti-malware tool, such as SpyHunter. Ensure the tool is updated with the latest definitions to improve the chances of detecting and removing the Sage.DA Ransomware.
- Uninstall suspicious programs that may have been installed without your knowledge. Check the list of installed programs for anything unfamiliar or recently installed without your consent.
- Reset your browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.) to their default settings to remove any malicious extensions that may have been installed by the ransomware.
- Reboot your system and perform another scan to ensure that all components of the Sage.DA Ransomware have been removed. This step is crucial as some malware can only be fully removed after a system restart.
Conclusion
Dealing with a Sage.DA Ransomware infection requires caution and swift action to minimize damage. While removing the malware is crucial, preventing future infections is equally important. This includes keeping your operating system and software up to date, being cautious with emails and attachments from unknown sources, and regularly backing up important files. If you are not comfortable with the removal process, consider seeking help from a professional to ensure your system is thoroughly cleaned and protected against future threats.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Sage.DA Ransomware |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
1812da398cb164aa087464d193100e4e
SHA1:
3c71deb91e1af638aadc009298bed9fbc1a5a2ac
SHA256:
D4288FA6B44A7C14FD4DDFEC630F1F1721BC2AFA86A249841B40A329D1B7C3B3
File Size:
527.36 KB, 527360 bytes
|
|
MD5:
aef84dfdbfe180858cecec143e75197f
SHA1:
eaa9be800ae519fd31297cbfb13bdeab7f6dafc0
SHA256:
7C9071E75701A4092BFC51F3A2E89E6E3F11263ECB57DB2C22EFC83990558EA8
File Size:
515.58 KB, 515584 bytes
|
Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have debug information
- File doesn't have security information
- File has exports table
- File is 32-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
- File is Native application (NOT .NET application)
- File is not packed
- IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
Show More
- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
File Traits
- No Version Info
- x86
Block Information
Block Information
During analysis, EnigmaSoft breaks file samples into logical blocks for classification and comparison with other samples. Blocks can be used to generate malware detection rules and to group file samples into families based on shared source code, functionality and other distinguishing attributes and characteristics. This section lists a summary of this block data, as well as its classification by EnigmaSoft. A visual representation of the block data is also displayed, where available.| Total Blocks: | 942 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 348 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 594 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 0 |
Visual Map
? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
Files Modified
Files Modified
This section lists files that were created, modified, moved and/or deleted by samples in this family. File system activity can provide valuable insight into how malware functions on the operating system.| File | Attributes |
|---|---|
| c:\programdata\botoboto\mybotos.exe | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
| c:\programdata\win\winex86 | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
| c:\programdata\{1b4b8d0e-1d59-4d1d-967b-abe3a55e72d8}\{38380b48-e071-4fb4-ba62-7a2ae0e61683}.bat | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
| c:\users\user\appdata\roaming\microsoft\windows\start menu\programs\startup\{abd9f80c-0d39-4c09-a358-8d4693126b20}.lnk | Generic Read,Write Data,Write Attributes,Write extended,Append data |
Registry Modifications
Registry Modifications
This section lists registry keys and values that were created, modified and/or deleted by samples in this family. Windows Registry activity can provide valuable insight into malware functionality. Additionally, malware often creates registry values to allow itself to automatically start and indefinitely persist after an initial infection has compromised the system.| Key::Value | Data | API Name |
|---|---|---|
| HKCU\software\{cb33d65c-bb65-4ddc-b4e7-3970a302a24e}::{d43094a0-ae7e-46b3-b65e-fcd97d604ad5} | 뵢㊵ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\{cb33d65c-bb65-4ddc-b4e7-3970a302a24e}::{622c49dc-18a2-419b-9bf3-6cd69fa50a44} | 婍 ¸ @ ø Ἆ຺됀촉렡䰁⇍桔獩瀠潲牧浡挠湡潮⁴敢爠湵椠佄⁓潭敤മ$ 䍝槊∙㪤∙㪤∙㪤呶㨺∌㪤娐㨧∝㪤娐㨷∐㪤∙㪥⊖㪤呶㨏≖㪤呶㨎≩㪤呶㨿∘㪤呶㨾∘㪤呶㨹∘㪤楒档∙㪤 䕐 Ō | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\{cb33d65c-bb65-4ddc-b4e7-3970a302a24e}::{e817b46c-d0c3-4f9b-8ce5-b67ed08c1800} | c:\users\user\downloads\3c71deb91e1af638aadc009298bed9fbc1a5a2ac_0000527360 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\{5238e199-3e7b-405d-a081-4e2f222b1f0a}::{f1b446b7-af7d-44b7-8484-d181132515f4} | ꥀ聵ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\{5238e199-3e7b-405d-a081-4e2f222b1f0a}::{d9a52cdf-eaf5-41bf-9d52-a501a357b416} | 婍 ¸ @ Ā Ἆ຺됀촉렡䰁⇍桔獩瀠潲牧浡挠湡潮⁴敢爠湵椠佄⁓潭敤മ$ ꦂ큗죆茹죆茹죆茹뺩莒죂茹嗝莧죓茹냏莺죂茹냏莪죏茹죆茸졋茹嗝莒좍茹嗝莓좶茹嗝莢죇茹嗝莣죇茹嗝莤죇茹楒档죆茹 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\{5238e199-3e7b-405d-a081-4e2f222b1f0a}::{0be2021a-73f8-41f5-827b-bae652abed27} | c:\users\user\downloads\eaa9be800ae519fd31297cbfb13bdeab7f6dafc0_0000515584 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\{5238e199-3e7b-405d-a081-4e2f222b1f0a}::{0be2021a-73f8-41f5-827b-bae652abed27} | C:\ProgramData\Win\WinEx86 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKLM\system\controlset001\services\bam\state\usersettings\s-1-5-21-3119368278-1123331430-659265220-1001::\device\harddiskvolume2\windows\explorer.exe | 鏢聵ǜ | RegNtPreCreateKey |
| HKCU\software\{af6b9362-bf0d-4c97-b716-32233ca18bc8}::{af6b9362-bf0d-4c97-b716-32233ca18bc8} | {B457592F-7414-4C7F-B1DE-A7291D26EDAF} {1C0738E9-A9D8-4AD5-A533-EAE016C3F374} {DF41656E-6 | RegNtPreCreateKey |
Windows API Usage
Windows API Usage
This section lists Windows API calls that are used by the samples in this family. Windows API usage analysis is a valuable tool that can help identify malicious activity, such as keylogging, security privilege escalation, data encryption, data exfiltration, interference with antivirus software, and network request manipulation.| Category | API |
|---|---|
| Network Winsock2 |
|
| Process Manipulation Evasion |
|
| Process Shell Execute |
|
| Syscall Use |
Show More
4 additional items are not displayed above. |
| Anti Debug |
|
| User Data Access |
|
| Encryption Used |
|
Shell Command Execution
Shell Command Execution
This section lists Windows shell commands that are run by the samples in this family. Windows Shell commands are often leveraged by malware for nefarious purposes and can be used to elevate security privileges, download and launch other malware, exploit vulnerabilities, collect and exfiltrate data, and hide malicious activity.
"C:\ProgramData\botoboto\mybotos.exe" {850A2B3D-27DA-4872-B725-C6EFA8D6256A}
|
"C:\ProgramData\Win\WinEx86" {E706D49F-8F1C-42C3-81AD-640BDB90C820}
|
C:\WINDOWS\explorer.exe (NULL)
|
