Ransomware Research
Foxy Ransomware
Foxy is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Foxy
- First Seen
- November 1, 2017
How Foxy Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Foxy modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..nightmareRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Foxy displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionREAD_ME_IMPORTANT.txtRansom message:
notes/READ_ME_IMPORTANT.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Foxy ransomware:
Foxy - Rnsmwre.exeFoxy.exe
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About This Analysis
This Foxy 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 Foxy.
Last updated: July 30, 2025