Ransomware Research
Mikoyan Ransomware
Mikoyan is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Mikoyan
- First Seen
- May 1, 2017
How Mikoyan Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Encrypts folder c:\Users\rucku\Downloads only
File Encryption Patterns
Mikoyan modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..MIKOYANRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Mikoyan displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Mikoyan ransomware:
MIKOYAN.exeMikoyan.exe
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About This Analysis
This Mikoyan 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 Mikoyan.
Last updated: July 30, 2025