Ransomware Research
RemindMe Ransomware
RemindMe is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- RemindMe
- First Seen
- July 1, 2016
How RemindMe Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Slow encryption
File Encryption Patterns
RemindMe modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..remind..xcryptRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, RemindMe displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
DECRYPT_YOUR_FILES.HTMLRansom message:
notes/DECRYPT_YOUR_FILES.HTML
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with RemindMe ransomware:
RemindMe Ransom.exeRemindMe.exeREMINDME.EXE
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About This Analysis
This RemindMe 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 RemindMe.
Last updated: July 30, 2025