Ransomware Research
Smile Ransomware
Smile is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2025, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Smile
- First Seen
- May 1, 2025
How Smile Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Smile modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..SM$LERansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Smile displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
SM$LE-read-it.txtRansom message:
notes/SM$LE-read-it.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/5umbw6040.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Smile ransomware:
SM$LE6474382822834.exe
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About This Analysis
This Smile 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 Smile.
Last updated: July 30, 2025