Ransomware Research
Rea Ransomware
Rea is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Rea
- First Seen
- April 1, 2023
How Rea Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Full extension -> .id-C63F241F.[aerossh@nerdmail.co].rea
File Encryption Patterns
Rea modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..rea Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Rea displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
info.txtRansom message:
notes/info.txt
Note locations:
RootDiscsDesktopInfo.htaRansom message:
notes/Info.hta
Note locations:
StartUpTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Rea ransomware:
executable.exewinhost.exe_virus
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About This Analysis
This Rea 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 Rea.
Last updated: July 30, 2025