Ransomware Research
RansomNow Ransomware
RansomNow is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- RansomNow
- First Seen
- November 1, 2021
How RansomNow Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
NOSAMPLE https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t/761151/ransomnow-ransomware-support-topic/
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, RansomNow displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HELP - README TO UNLOCK FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/HELP - README TO UNLOCK FILES.txt
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About This Analysis
This RansomNow 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 RansomNow.
Last updated: July 30, 2025