Ransomware Research
Netflix Ransomware
Netflix is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on January 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Netflix
- First Seen
- January 1, 2017
How Netflix Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Netflix modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..seRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Netflix displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Instructions.txtRansom message:
notes/Instructions.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Netflix ransomware:
Netflix Gen.exe4NITWAnWhonetprotocol.exefile
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About This Analysis
This Netflix 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 Netflix.
Last updated: July 30, 2025