Ransomware Research
Fluffy-TAR Ransomware
Fluffy-TAR 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
- Fluffy-TAR
- First Seen
- April 1, 2017
How Fluffy-TAR Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Requires C&C to send and receive data
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Fluffy-TAR displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Fluffy-TAR ransomware:
Fluffy.exeFluffy-TAR.exe
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About This Analysis
This Fluffy-TAR 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 Fluffy-TAR.
Last updated: July 30, 2025