Ransomware Research
TapPiF Ransomware
TapPiF is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: TPF.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- TapPiF
- First Seen
- August 1, 2020
- Known Aliases
- TPF
How TapPiF Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Only renames files
File Encryption Patterns
TapPiF modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..ehreRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, TapPiF displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
note.txtRansom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
DesktopRansom message:
notes/note1.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with TapPiF ransomware:
TPF2.exetaskstl.exe
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About This Analysis
This TapPiF 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 TapPiF.
Last updated: July 30, 2025