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AttackNew Ransomware
AttackNew is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- AttackNew
- First Seen
- August 1, 2024
How AttackNew Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
AttackNew modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..attacknew1
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, AttackNew displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
how_to_back.html
Ransom message:
notes/how_to_back.html
Note locations:
EveryFolder
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About This Analysis
This AttackNew 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 AttackNew.
Last updated: July 30, 2025