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
Targeted Files
Encrypts file only on the %SystemDrive%
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:
Read me, if you want to recover your files.txtRansom message:
notes/Read me, if you want to recover your files.txt
Note locations:
TempTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with RunExeMemory ransomware:
RunExeMemory.exetrash.exeaWNAobli Ransomware.exeLgts.bine_KJpx.exe3.binLgts.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: July 30, 2025