Ranscam
- First seen
- 2016-07-15 00:00:00
- Malware type
- ransomware, wiper
- Family
- Malware family
- Profile updated
- 2026-07-07 13:34:13
Context
Ranscam is a ransomware that deletes the victim's files instead of encrypting them while demanding a ransom. It tricks users into believing their files can be restored upon payment, but recovery is impossible due to the file destruction.
Related threat objects
- CryptoFinancial (malware)
Reports & references
- blog.talosintel.com — Ranscam (report)
- malpedia.caad.fkie.fraunhofer.de — Win.Ranscam (report)