Ransomware Research
MindSystem Ransomware
MindSystem is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: MindSystem 2017, MindSystemNotRansomWare Eduware.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- MindSystem
- First Seen
- August 1, 2017
- Known Aliases
- MindSystem 2017MindSystemNotRansomWare Eduware
How MindSystem Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Encrypts filenames -> TcXD^&A5e6HY1.mind
File Encryption Patterns
MindSystem modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..mindRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, MindSystem displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionRansom message:
notes/image-note.png
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with MindSystem ransomware:
MindSystemNotRansomWare.exeConsoleApp1.exe
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About This Analysis
This MindSystem 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 MindSystem.
Last updated: July 30, 2025