Ransomware Research

Jager Ransomware

Jager is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
Jager
First Seen
July 1, 2016

How Jager Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

A lot f tricks (anti-dump, antidebug, anti-vm) Requires C&C

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, Jager displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileImportant_Read_Me.txt

Ransom message:

notes/Important_Read_Me.txt
fileImportant_Read_Me.html

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with Jager ransomware:

  • a
  • videoplugin.exe

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About This Analysis

This Jager 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 Jager.

Last updated: July 30, 2025