Ransomware Research
RedProtection Ransomware
RedProtection is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- RedProtection
- First Seen
- November 1, 2023
How RedProtection Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
RedProtection modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
./\.[a-z0-9]{4}$/Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, RedProtection displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
read_it.txtRansom message:
notes/read_it.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/f0g2gwjp5.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with RedProtection ransomware:
RedProtection.exesvchost.exe
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About This Analysis
This RedProtection 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 RedProtection.
Last updated: July 30, 2025