Ransomware Research
Jron Ransomware
Jron is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Jron
- First Seen
- February 1, 2023
How Jron Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Full extension -> .id-C63F241F.[jerd@420blaze.it].jron
File Encryption Patterns
Jron modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..jronRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Jron displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
info.txtRansom message:
notes/info.txt
Note locations:
RootDiscsDesktopInfo.htaRansom message:
notes/Info.hta
Note locations:
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About This Analysis
This Jron 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 Jron.
Last updated: July 30, 2025