Ransomware Research

RedTeam Ransomware

RedTeam is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2022, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
RedTeam
First Seen
February 1, 2022

How RedTeam Ransomware Works

File Encryption Patterns

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

File extensions added after encryption:

..REDTM

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

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

fileHowToDecryptYourFiles.txt

Ransom message:

notes/HowToDecryptYourFiles.txt

Note locations:

EveryFolder

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with RedTeam ransomware:

  • ewin.exe

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About This Analysis

This RedTeam 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 RedTeam.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

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