Ransomware Research
GhosHacker Ransomware
GhosHacker is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- GhosHacker
- First Seen
- May 1, 2024
How GhosHacker Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Contains anti-vm, anti-emulation tricks
File Encryption Patterns
GhosHacker modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..redRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, GhosHacker displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/background.jpeg
Note locations:
DesktopRansom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with GhosHacker ransomware:
SeroXen.exe
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About This Analysis
This GhosHacker 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 GhosHacker.
Last updated: July 30, 2025