Ransomware Research
Intel Ransomware
Intel is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Intel
- First Seen
- November 1, 2023
How Intel Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Full extension -> .id-C63F241F.[intellent@ai_download_file].intel
File Encryption Patterns
Intel modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..intelRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Intel displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
README!.txtRansom message:
notes/README!.txt
Note locations:
RootDiscsDesktopInfo.htaRansom message:
notes/Info.hta
Note locations:
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About This Analysis
This Intel 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 Intel.
Last updated: July 30, 2025