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)

External references