Ransomware Research

FindNoteFile Ransomware

FindNoteFile is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: RedDot Presents.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
FindNoteFile
First Seen
June 1, 2021
Known Aliases
RedDot Presents

How FindNoteFile Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

3119db10dd3bbe8777e9c27aaea24207a50cd9336baad95aa74f4e4272dad101 -> JS Downloader

File Encryption Patterns

FindNoteFile modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..findnotefile..reddot..findthenotefile

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, FindNoteFile displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileHOW_TO_RECOVER_MY_FILES.txt

Ransom message:

notes/HOW_TO_RECOVER_MY_FILES.txt

Note locations:

EveryFolder

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with FindNoteFile ransomware:

  • dasdasd.js
  • share.exe

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About This Analysis

This FindNoteFile 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 FindNoteFile.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

FindNoteFile Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio