Ransomware Research
Auto Ransomware
Auto is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Auto
- First Seen
- February 1, 2023
How Auto Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Auto modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..autoRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Auto displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
RESTORE_FILES_INFO.htaRansom message:
notes/RESTORE_FILES_INFO.hta
Note locations:
DesktopRESTORE_FILES_INFO.txtRansom message:
notes/RESTORE_FILES_INFO.txt
Note locations:
RootDiscsUserFoldersTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Auto ransomware:
Auto.exe
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About This Analysis
This Auto 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 Auto.
Last updated: July 30, 2025