Ransomware Research
Scarab-Horsia Ransomware
Scarab-Horsia is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Scarab-Horsia
- First Seen
- May 1, 2018
How Scarab-Horsia Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Scarab-Horsia modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..HORSE..horsuke@nuke.africa..good..leen..fast..local..burnRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Scarab-Horsia displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW TO RECOVER ENCRYPTED FILES.TXTRansom message:
notes/HOW TO RECOVER ENCRYPTED FILES.TXT
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Scarab-Horsia ransomware:
inside.exeHorsuke.exe
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About This Analysis
This Scarab-Horsia 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 Scarab-Horsia.
Last updated: July 30, 2025