Ransomware Research
Masons Ransomware
Masons is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on January 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Masons
- First Seen
- January 1, 2023
How Masons Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Masons modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..masonsRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Masons displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
six62ix.txtRansom message:
notes/six62ix.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Masons ransomware:
masom4.exesvchost.exe
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About This Analysis
This Masons 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 Masons.
Last updated: July 30, 2025