Ransomware Research
Bagli Ransomware
Bagli is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on March 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Bagli
- First Seen
- March 1, 2021
How Bagli Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Bagli does not actually encrypt files - it overwrites file content (damages data to make it unusable) and creates the "oxu.txt" text file (a ransom message) in all folders containing affected data. Bagli encrypts files only on the Desktop.
File Encryption Patterns
Bagli modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..bagliRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Bagli displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
oxu.txtRansom message:
notes/oxu.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Bagli ransomware:
ExcellToPdf.exea1sened.exe
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About This Analysis
This Bagli 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 Bagli.
Last updated: July 30, 2025