Ransoc
- Malware type
- ransomware
- Family
- Malware family
- Profile updated
- 2026-07-07 15:43:03
Targeted industries: media-and-entertainment
Context
Ransoc is a type of ransomware that targets individuals, particularly those using media and entertainment platforms. Instead of encrypting files, it exploits social profiles and local media files to enforce ransom demands.
Detection coverage
- 1 YARA rules
Detection rules
- MALPEDIA_Win_Ransoc_Auto (yara-rule)
Reports & references
- proofpoint.com — Ransoc Desktop Locking Ransomware Ransacks Local Files Social Media Profiles (report)
- bleepingcomputer.com — Ransoc Ransomware Extorts Users Who Accessed Questionable Content (report)
- malpedia.caad.fkie.fraunhofer.de — Win.Ransoc (report)