Ransomware Research
NIBIRU Ransomware
NIBIRU is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- NIBIRU
- First Seen
- September 1, 2017
How NIBIRU Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
NIBIRU modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..DoxesRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, NIBIRU displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
LoginTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with NIBIRU ransomware:
NIBIRU1.exeNIBIRU-IKE.exe
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About This Analysis
This NIBIRU 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 NIBIRU.
Last updated: July 30, 2025