Ransomware Research
Razy Ransomware
Razy is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Razy
- First Seen
- September 1, 2016
How Razy Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Random filenames Requires C&C
File Encryption Patterns
Razy modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..razy..razy1337Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Razy displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
!! DECRYPT MY FILES !!!.HTMLNote locations:
DesktopReadMe.txtRansom message:
notes/ReadMe.txt
Note locations:
DesktopREAD_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 Razy ransomware:
Razy 5.0.exeAmbien.exeDocument.exe
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About This Analysis
This Razy 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 Razy.
Last updated: July 30, 2025