Ransomware Research
Enmity Ransomware
Enmity is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Enmity
- First Seen
- April 1, 2023
How Enmity Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Requires C&C to check IP address
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Enmity displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Enmity-Unlock-Guide.txt
Ransom message:
notes/Enmity-Unlock-Guide.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolder
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Enmity ransomware:
net.vexe
net.exe
net.exe-vir
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About This Analysis
This Enmity 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 Enmity.
Last updated: July 30, 2025