Ransomware Research
Ims00ry Ransomware
Ims00ry is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Ims00ry
- First Seen
- July 1, 2019
How Ims00ry Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Uses .ch4x0 extension during encryption process
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Ims00ry displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
READMERansom message:
notes/README
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Ims00ry ransomware:
Ims00ry.exesvchost .exe
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About This Analysis
This Ims00ry 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 Ims00ry.
Last updated: July 30, 2025