Ransomware Research
ElonMuskIsGreedy Ransomware
ElonMuskIsGreedy is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- ElonMuskIsGreedy
- First Seen
- October 1, 2024
How ElonMuskIsGreedy Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
ElonMuskIsGreedy modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..ELONMUSKISGREEDYRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, ElonMuskIsGreedy displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
README_SOLVETHIS.txtRansom message:
notes/README_SOLVETHIS.txt
Note locations:
RootDiscsDesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with ElonMuskIsGreedy ransomware:
VIRUS.7z
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About This Analysis
This ElonMuskIsGreedy 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 ElonMuskIsGreedy.
Last updated: July 30, 2025