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Ransomware Research
Robux Ransomware
Robux is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Pay-5000-Robux.
Quick facts
- Ransomware Family
- Robux
- First Seen
- October 1, 2021
- Known Aliases
- Pay-5000-Robux
How Robux ransomware works
File modification behavior
Robux updates file modification timestamps after encryption.
File encryption patterns
Robux modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
Extensions added after encryption
- ./\.[a-z0-9]{4}/
Ransom note and payment demands
After encrypting files, Robux displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Technical indicators
Associated executable files
The following executable files are associated with Robux ransomware:
- svchost.exe
- som.exe
- Greenville Money Script. txt.exe
About this analysis
This Robux 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 Robux.
Detection coverage
Elastio detects Robux inside your data and backups.
The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify Robux 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.