Ransomware Research
Anton-Artemon Ransomware
Anton-Artemon is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Anton, Artemon, AutoHello.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Anton-Artemon
- First Seen
- February 1, 2021
- Known Aliases
- AntonArtemonAutoHello
How Anton-Artemon Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Buggy sample. Contains errors.
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Anton-Artemon displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Artemon.txtRansom message:
notes/Artemon.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Anton-Artemon ransomware:
1.exe
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About This Analysis
This Anton-Artemon 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 Anton-Artemon.
Last updated: July 30, 2025