Ransomware Research
VapeV7 Ransomware
VapeV7 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- VapeV7
- First Seen
- April 1, 2023
How VapeV7 Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
VapeV7 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..VapeV7Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, VapeV7 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
LoginTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with VapeV7 ransomware:
WindowsFormsApp1.exe
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About This Analysis
This VapeV7 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 VapeV7.
Last updated: July 30, 2025