Ransomware Research
Esc3re Ransomware
Esc3re is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2025, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Esc3re
- First Seen
- June 1, 2025
How Esc3re Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Esc3re modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..Esc3reRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Esc3re displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
KLjapFqw.README.txtRansom message:
notes/KLjapFqw.README.txt
Note locations:
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About This Analysis
This Esc3re 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 Esc3re.
Last updated: September 30, 2025
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