Ransomware Research
InstallPay Ransomware
InstallPay is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- InstallPay
- First Seen
- October 1, 2020
How InstallPay Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
InstallPay modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..cryptedRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, InstallPay displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/pay.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with InstallPay ransomware:
Install.exeaaaaaaaa.exe
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About This Analysis
This InstallPay 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 InstallPay.
Last updated: July 30, 2025