Ransomware Research
MAFIA Ransomware
MAFIA is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- MAFIA
- First Seen
- August 1, 2018
How MAFIA Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
MAFIA modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..MAFIARansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, MAFIA displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
information.MAFIARansom message:
notes/information.MAFIA
Note locations:
RansomPayloadStartFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with MAFIA ransomware:
winlogin.exee
Recovery and Decryption Tools
Good news! Decryption tools are available for MAFIA ransomware:
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About This Analysis
This MAFIA 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 MAFIA.
Last updated: July 30, 2025