Ransomware Research
Poop69 Ransomware
Poop69 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Poop69
- First Seen
- May 1, 2023
How Poop69 Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Poop69 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..poop69news@gmail.comRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Poop69 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Read Me First!.txtRansom message:
notes/Read Me First!.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/wallpaper.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Poop69 ransomware:
Xserver.exe
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About This Analysis
This Poop69 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 Poop69.
Last updated: July 30, 2025