Ransomware Research
WannabeHappy Ransomware
WannabeHappy is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- WannabeHappy
- First Seen
- October 1, 2017
How WannabeHappy Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Slow encryption
File Encryption Patterns
WannabeHappy modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..encryptedRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, WannabeHappy 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 WannabeHappy ransomware:
Cryptor.exe
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About This Analysis
This WannabeHappy 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 WannabeHappy.
Last updated: July 30, 2025