Ransomware Research
Rapax Ransomware
Rapax is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Rapax
- First Seen
- June 1, 2024
How Rapax Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Rapax modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..rapax
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Rapax displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
instruction.txt
Ransom message:
notes/instruction.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolder
Ransom message:
notes/zugymriij.jpg
Note locations:
Desktop
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Rapax ransomware:
inquiryfdp.exe
svchost.exe
inquiryfdp (1).exe
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About This Analysis
This Rapax 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 Rapax.
Last updated: July 30, 2025