Ransomware Research
RSA-4096 Ransomware
RSA-4096 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- RSA-4096
- First Seen
- February 1, 2024
How RSA-4096 Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
RSA-4096 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..RSARansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, RSA-4096 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with RSA-4096 ransomware:
6RgG4sD94Q3n4Q1.exe
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About This Analysis
This RSA-4096 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 RSA-4096.
Last updated: July 30, 2025