Ransomware Research
Serpico Ransomware
Serpico is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Serpico
- First Seen
- August 1, 2016
How Serpico Ransomware Works
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Serpico displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Serpico ransomware:
Document.exeDocument.pdf.exe
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About This Analysis
This Serpico 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 Serpico.
Last updated: July 30, 2025