Ransomware Research
Blooper Ransomware
Blooper is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Blooper
- First Seen
- May 1, 2017
How Blooper Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
FAKE
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Blooper displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Blooper ransomware:
Blooper.exe
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About This Analysis
This Blooper 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 Blooper.
Last updated: July 30, 2025