Ransomware Research
The Bully Ransomware
The Bully is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- The Bully
- First Seen
- September 1, 2024
How The Bully Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
The Bully modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..HAHAHAIAMABULLYRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, The Bully displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
read_me.txtRansom message:
notes/read_me.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with The Bully ransomware:
free lunch money.exesvchost.exe
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About This Analysis
This The Bully 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 The Bully.
Last updated: July 30, 2025