Ransomware Research
Imploder Ransomware
Imploder is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on December 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Imploder
- First Seen
- December 1, 2024
How Imploder Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Destroys MBR
File Encryption Patterns
Imploder modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..imploderRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Imploder displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/swkx261kj.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopRansom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Imploder ransomware:
Imploder.exeNexus.exe
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About This Analysis
This Imploder 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 Imploder.
Last updated: July 30, 2025