Ransomware Research
EbolaRnsmwr Ransomware
EbolaRnsmwr is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- EbolaRnsmwr
- First Seen
- September 1, 2018
How EbolaRnsmwr Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
EbolaRnsmwr modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..101Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, EbolaRnsmwr displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
READ_ME.txtRansom message:
notes/READ_ME.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with EbolaRnsmwr ransomware:
726e736d7772.exe
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About This Analysis
This EbolaRnsmwr 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 EbolaRnsmwr.
Last updated: July 30, 2025