Ransomware Research
BlueEagle Ransomware
BlueEagle is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on December 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Saher Blue Eagle.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- BlueEagle
- First Seen
- December 1, 2020
- Known Aliases
- Saher Blue Eagle
How BlueEagle Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
BlueEagle modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
...MaxSteel.Saher Blue EagleRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, BlueEagle 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 BlueEagle ransomware:
BlueEagle Ransomware.exeSaher_Blue_Eagle_Ransomware.exeransome.exe
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About This Analysis
This BlueEagle 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 BlueEagle.
Last updated: July 30, 2025