Ransomware Research
Kaenlupuf Ransomware
Kaenlupuf is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on March 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Kaenlupuf
- First Seen
- March 1, 2017
How Kaenlupuf Ransomware Works
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Kaenlupuf displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
kaenlupuf-noteRansom message:
notes/kaenlupuf-note
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Kaenlupuf ransomware:
ajaw-rsa.exenetsvc.exe
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About This Analysis
This Kaenlupuf 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 Kaenlupuf.
Last updated: July 30, 2025