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Ransomware Research
RedStar Ransomware
RedStar is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on March 1, 2026, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick facts
- Ransomware Family
- RedStar
- First Seen
- March 1, 2026
How RedStar ransomware works
File modification behavior
RedStar updates file modification timestamps after encryption.
File encryption patterns
RedStar modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
Extensions added after encryption
- .RedStar
Ransom note and payment demands
After encrypting files, RedStar displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Technical indicators
Associated executable files
The following executable files are associated with RedStar ransomware:
- star.exe
About this analysis
This RedStar 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 RedStar.
Detection coverage
Elastio detects RedStar inside your data and backups.
The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify RedStar across live data, replicated data, and backups. If this family is in your environment, Elastio finds it before encryption completes. Run a hunt against your recovery points to confirm.