Ransomware Research
Nibiru 2020 Ransomware
Nibiru 2020 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Nibiru Doxware.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Nibiru 2020
- First Seen
- October 1, 2020
- Known Aliases
- Nibiru Doxware
How Nibiru 2020 Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Nibiru 2020 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..fucked..NibiruRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Nibiru 2020 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 Nibiru 2020 ransomware:
Nibiru.exe
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About This Analysis
This Nibiru 2020 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 2020.
Last updated: July 30, 2025