Ransomware Research
Tyson Ransomware
Tyson 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
- Tyson
- First Seen
- September 1, 2024
How Tyson Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Protected with Enigma (v4). Does not run on the VM
File Encryption Patterns
Tyson modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..tyson
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Tyson displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
DECRYPTION INSTRUCTIONS.txt
Ransom message:
notes/DECRYPTION INSTRUCTIONS.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolder
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Tyson ransomware:
tyson_protected.exe
operative.exe
tyson.exe
svchost.exe
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About This Analysis
This Tyson 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 Tyson.
Last updated: July 30, 2025