Ransomware Research
R3store Ransomware
R3store is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- R3store
- First Seen
- May 1, 2017
How R3store Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
R3store modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..r3storeRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, R3store displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
READ_IT.txtRansom message:
notes/READ_IT.txt
Note locations:
DesktopRansom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with R3store ransomware:
Restore.exe
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About This Analysis
This R3store 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 R3store.
Last updated: July 30, 2025