Ransomware Research
RansomBlox Ransomware
RansomBlox is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- RansomBlox
- First Seen
- August 1, 2020
How RansomBlox Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
RansomBlox modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
./\.[a-zA-Z0-9]{8}$/Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, RansomBlox displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with RansomBlox ransomware:
RansomBlox.exe
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About This Analysis
This RansomBlox 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 RansomBlox.
Last updated: July 30, 2025