Ransomware Research
Bbq Ransomware
Bbq 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
- Bbq
- First Seen
- May 1, 2025
How Bbq Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Full extension -> .[7E40E7FB].[dashboard487@onionmail.org].bbq46
File Encryption Patterns
Bbq modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..bbq46Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Bbq displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
+README-WARNING+.txtRansom message:
notes/+README-WARNING+.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/2C27.tmp.png
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Bbq ransomware:
executable.exe
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About This Analysis
This Bbq 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 Bbq.
Last updated: July 30, 2025