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Scarab-Jackie Ransomware
Scarab-Jackie is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Scarab-Jackie
- First Seen
- October 1, 2017
How Scarab-Jackie Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Scarab-Jackie modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..[Jackie7@asia.com]
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Scarab-Jackie displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
INSTRUCTION FOR DATA RECOVERY.TXT
Ransom message:
notes/INSTRUCTION FOR DATA RECOVERY.TXT
Note locations:
EveryFolder
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Scarab-Jackie ransomware:
Manager_Agent.old.exe
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About This Analysis
This Scarab-Jackie 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-Jackie.
Last updated: July 30, 2025