Ransomware Research
PayForRepair Ransomware
PayForRepair is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2025, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- PayForRepair
- First Seen
- April 1, 2025
How PayForRepair Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Full extension -> .id-C63F241F.[payforrepair@tuta.io].P4R
File Encryption Patterns
PayForRepair modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..P4RRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, PayForRepair displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
info.txtRansom message:
notes/info.txt
Note locations:
RootDiscsDesktopInfo.htaRansom message:
notes/info.txt
Note locations:
StartUpRoamingTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with PayForRepair ransomware:
payload.exe
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About This Analysis
This PayForRepair 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 PayForRepair.
Last updated: July 30, 2025