Ransomware Research
S3P4ND Ransomware
S3P4ND is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- S3P4ND
- First Seen
- August 1, 2024
How S3P4ND Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
S3P4ND modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..3pandRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, S3P4ND displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/dMLeE9s.md.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with S3P4ND ransomware:
Flash-Usdt.exe
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About This Analysis
This S3P4ND 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 S3P4ND.
Last updated: July 30, 2025