Ransomware Research
ERR Ransomware
ERR is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2025, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- ERR
- First Seen
- June 1, 2025
How ERR Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
ERR modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..cipheredRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, ERR displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
LockedReadMe.txtRansom message:
notes/LockedReadMe.txt
Note locations:
UserFoldersRoamingTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with ERR ransomware:
Locker.exeConsoleApp2.exe
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About This Analysis
This ERR 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 ERR.
Last updated: September 30, 2025
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