Ransomware Research
Predator Ransomware
Predator is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Predator
- First Seen
- July 1, 2018
How Predator Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Predator modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..predatorRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Predator displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
README.txtRansom message:
notes/README.txt
Note locations:
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About This Analysis
This Predator 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 Predator.
Last updated: July 30, 2025