Ransomware Research
RED BANNER Ransomware
RED BANNER 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
- RED BANNER
- First Seen
- April 1, 2023
How RED BANNER Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Current sample doesn't ecnrypt files READ_IT.txt is empty
File Encryption Patterns
RED BANNER modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..lockedRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, RED BANNER displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
READ_IT.txtNote locations:
UserProfileRansom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with RED BANNER ransomware:
Red Banner Ransomware.exe
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About This Analysis
This RED BANNER 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 RED BANNER.
Last updated: July 30, 2025