Ransomware Research
Apis Ransomware
Apis is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Apis
- First Seen
- June 1, 2021
How Apis Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
XML-structured base64 encrypted files. Corrupts files with random generated content.
File Encryption Patterns
Apis modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..apisRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Apis displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
read_apis.txtRansom message:
notes/read_apis.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Apis ransomware:
svchost.exeStub.exe
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About This Analysis
This Apis 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 Apis.
Last updated: July 30, 2025