MAFIA Ransomware
MAFIA is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick facts
How MAFIA ransomware works
File encryption patterns
MAFIA modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
Ransom note and payment demands
After encrypting files, MAFIA displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
notes/information.MAFIA
Technical indicators
Associated executable files
The following executable files are associated with MAFIA ransomware:
- winlogin.exee
Recovery and decryption tools
Decryption tools may be available for MAFIA. Review the resources below:
About this analysis
This MAFIA ransomware analysis is part of Elastio's comprehensive ransomware detection database. Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery, helping organizations defend against and recover from ransomware attacks like MAFIA.
Last updated: December 30, 2025
Elastio detects MAFIA inside your data and backups.
The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify MAFIA across live data, replicated data, and backups. If this family is in your environment, Elastio finds it before encryption completes. Run a scan against your recovery points to confirm.
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