Ransomware Research
NewWave Ransomware
NewWave is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: ClobeImposter-NewWave.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- NewWave
- First Seen
- May 1, 2019
- Known Aliases
- ClobeImposter-NewWave
How NewWave Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Full extension of encrypted files -> .[new_wave@tuta.io].LotR Encrypts blocks
File Encryption Patterns
NewWave modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..LotRRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, NewWave displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
#NEW_WAVE.htmlRansom message:
notes/#NEW_WAVE.html
Note locations:
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About This Analysis
This NewWave 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 NewWave.
Last updated: July 30, 2025