Ransomware Research
RedAnts Ransomware
RedAnts is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on March 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- RedAnts
- First Seen
- March 1, 2017
How RedAnts Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Encrypts only '.jawa', '.edan' files
File Encryption Patterns
RedAnts modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..Horas-BahRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, RedAnts displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
READ_ME.txtRansom message:
notes/READ_ME.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with RedAnts ransomware:
RedAnts.exe
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About This Analysis
This RedAnts 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 RedAnts.
Last updated: July 30, 2025