Ransomware Research
ARCH WIPER Ransomware
ARCH WIPER is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2025, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- ARCH WIPER
- First Seen
- May 1, 2025
How ARCH WIPER Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
ARCH WIPER modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..ArchRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, ARCH WIPER displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
WIPED.txtRansom message:
notes/WIPED.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/z7pm77v51.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with ARCH WIPER ransomware:
TBE.exeTheBrokenEnd.exe
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About This Analysis
This ARCH WIPER 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 ARCH WIPER.
Last updated: July 30, 2025