Ransomware Research
Nitro Ransomware
Nitro is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: GiveMeNitro.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Nitro
- First Seen
- April 1, 2021
- Known Aliases
- GiveMeNitro
How Nitro Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Nitro modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..givemenitro..cypressRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Nitro displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
LoginRansom message:
notes/note1.txt
Note locations:
LoginTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Nitro ransomware:
software.exefile.exeprogram.exeexecutable.exeDiscord_RTB.exeS^X.exe
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About This Analysis
This Nitro 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 Nitro.
Last updated: July 30, 2025