Ransomware Research
Chenliuming Ransomware
Chenliuming is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Chenliuming
- First Seen
- April 1, 2023
How Chenliuming Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Written in Visual Basic https://www.joesandbox.com/analysis/877232/0/html#deviceScreen
File Encryption Patterns
Chenliuming modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
./\.[a-z]{16}\b/Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Chenliuming displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
read_for_your_files.txtRansom message:
notes/read_for_your_files.txt
Note locations:
DesktopProgramDataread_for_your_files.iniRansom message:
notes/read_for_your_files.txt
Note locations:
RootDiscsRansom message:
notes/1.bmp
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Chenliuming ransomware:
g.exesetup.bmp
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About This Analysis
This Chenliuming 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 Chenliuming.
Last updated: July 30, 2025