Ransomware Research
Xorist-RuSVon Ransomware
Xorist-RuSVon is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: RuSVon.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Xorist-RuSVon
- First Seen
- July 1, 2017
- Known Aliases
- RuSVon
How Xorist-RuSVon Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Xorist-RuSVon modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..RuSVon..doneRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Xorist-RuSVon displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Xorist-RuSVon ransomware:
myfile.exeXX.exeStart.exe.bin
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About This Analysis
This Xorist-RuSVon 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 Xorist-RuSVon.
Last updated: July 30, 2025