Ransomware Research

Megazord Ransomware

Megazord is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: PowerRanges.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
Megazord
First Seen
August 1, 2023
Known Aliases
PowerRanges

How Megazord Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Requires build id for start (can be patched)

File Encryption Patterns

Megazord modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..powerranges

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

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

filepowerranges.txt

Ransom message:

notes/powerranges.txt

Note locations:

EveryFolder

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with Megazord ransomware:

  • megazord.exe

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About This Analysis

This Megazord 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 Megazord.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

Megazord Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio