Ransomware Research
KUZA Ransomware
KUZA is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- KUZA
- First Seen
- May 1, 2024
How KUZA Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
KUZA modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..RipaRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, KUZA displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
#Read-for-recovery.txtRansom message:
notes/#Read-for-recovery.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/419DFAD153B61AC7D29F2491128C4831.bmp
Note locations:
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About This Analysis
This KUZA 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 KUZA.
Last updated: July 30, 2025