Ransomware Research

RunExeMemory Ransomware

RunExeMemory is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on March 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
RunExeMemory
First Seen
March 1, 2021

How RunExeMemory Ransomware Works

File Encryption Patterns

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

File extensions added after encryption:

./\.[a-z0-9]{6}/

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

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

fileRead me, if you want to recover your files.txt

Ransom message:

notes/Read me, if you want to recover your files.txt

Note locations:

Temp

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with RunExeMemory ransomware:

  • RunExeMemory.exe
  • trash.exe
  • aWNAobli Ransomware.exe
  • Lgts.bin
  • e_KJpx.exe
  • 3.bin
  • Lgts.exe

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About This Analysis

This RunExeMemory 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 RunExeMemory.

Last updated: September 30, 2025

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