Ransomware Research
MesaCorp Ransomware
MesaCorp is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- MesaCorp
- First Seen
- October 1, 2023
How MesaCorp Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
MesaCorp modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..MesaCorpRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, MesaCorp displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
read_it.txtRansom message:
notes/read_it.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/152yk6v3s.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with MesaCorp ransomware:
Mesa.exeMesaRansom.exe
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About This Analysis
This MesaCorp 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 MesaCorp.
Last updated: July 30, 2025