Ransomware Research
IceFire Ransomware
IceFire is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on March 1, 2022, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: IceFire Doxware.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- IceFire
- First Seen
- March 1, 2022
- Known Aliases
- IceFire Doxware
How IceFire Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
IceFire modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..iFireRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, IceFire displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
iFire-readme.txtElastio Can Help You
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About This Analysis
This IceFire 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 IceFire.
Last updated: July 30, 2025