Ransomware Research
Faizal Ransomware
Faizal is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Faizal
- First Seen
- April 1, 2017
How Faizal Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
PENTING !!!.htm in the %Documenmts% folder
File Encryption Patterns
Faizal modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..gembokRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Faizal displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
PENTING !!!.htmRansom message:
notes/PENTING !!!.htm
READ_IT.txtRansom message:
notes/READ_IT.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Faizal ransomware:
hidden-tear.exeStreet Racing Club - SETUP.exe
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About This Analysis
This Faizal 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 Faizal.
Last updated: July 30, 2025