Ransomware Research
APT14CHIR Ransomware
APT14CHIR is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- APT14CHIR
- First Seen
- February 1, 2023
How APT14CHIR Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Encrypts filenames -> jfeyr+T4icgQ6w3CumEDhRFB0XGX057NWR1csCD0k7UCYUmeTvYaE7ldCZsP=ntSNgXO7Q.APT14CHIR
File Encryption Patterns
APT14CHIR modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..APT14CHIRRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, APT14CHIR displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
PLEASE READ.txtRansom message:
notes/PLEASE READ.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with APT14CHIR ransomware:
wlnlogon.exe
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About This Analysis
This APT14CHIR ransomware analysis is part of Elastio's comprehensive ransomware detection database. Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery solutions, helping organizations defend against and recover from ransomware attacks like APT14CHIR.
Last updated: July 30, 2025