Ransomware Research
Frea Ransomware
Frea is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Frea
- First Seen
- February 1, 2024
How Frea Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Frea modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..freaRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Frea displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
oku.txtRansom message:
notes/oku.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/oaoe8pymi.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Frea ransomware:
muvaffakatname.exesvchost.exemrb.exe
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About This Analysis
This Frea 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 Frea.
Last updated: July 30, 2025