Ransomware Research
Pojie Ransomware
Pojie is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Pojie
- First Seen
- July 1, 2020
How Pojie Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Ransom note name -> 52pojie-DECRYPT----{time_stamp}.txt
File Encryption Patterns
Pojie modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..52pojie..itunesRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Pojie displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
/^52pojie-DECRYPT----[0-9]{13}\.txt$/Ransom message:
notes/52pojie-DECRYPT----1667527732511.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolder/^itunes-DECRYPT----[0-9]{13}\.txt$/Ransom message:
notes/itunes-DECRYPT----1629448014845.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Pojie ransomware:
csrsse.exe1.jpgitunes.exeCQA.exe
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About This Analysis
This Pojie 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 Pojie.
Last updated: July 30, 2025