Ransomware Research
MAGA Ransomware
MAGA is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on December 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- MAGA
- First Seen
- December 1, 2024
How MAGA Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
MAGA modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..MAGARansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, MAGA displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
MAGA_info.txtRansom message:
notes/MAGA_info.txt
Note locations:
RootDiscsDesktopInfo.htaRansom message:
notes/Info.hta
Note locations:
StartUpRoamingTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with MAGA ransomware:
payload.exe
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About This Analysis
This MAGA 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 MAGA.
Last updated: October 30, 2025
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