Ransomware Research

RedFox Ransomware

RedFox is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2025, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
RedFox
First Seen
May 1, 2025

How RedFox Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Full extension -> .{5D1FBF37-3901-766C-914B-5F2CBAAA094E}.redfox

File Encryption Patterns

RedFox modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..redfox

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, RedFox displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileREADME.TXT

Ransom message:

notes/README.TXT

Note locations:

EveryFolder

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with RedFox ransomware:

  • aeduvnzu.exe

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About This Analysis

This RedFox 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 RedFox.

Last updated: July 30, 2025