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