Ransomware Research
RNS Ransomware
RNS is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- RNS
- First Seen
- June 1, 2020
How RNS Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
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File Encryption Patterns
RNS modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..rnsRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, RNS displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
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About This Analysis
This RNS 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 RNS.
Last updated: July 30, 2025