Ransomware Research
Griffin Ransomware
Griffin is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Griffin
- First Seen
- August 1, 2024
How Griffin Ransomware Works
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Griffin displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
#Recovery.txtRansom message:
notes/#Recovery.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Griffin ransomware:
Stub.exe
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About This Analysis
This Griffin 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 Griffin.
Last updated: July 30, 2025