Ransomware Research
NMoreira 2.0 Ransomware
NMoreira 2.0 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. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: HakunaMatata.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- NMoreira 2.0
- First Seen
- January 1, 2017
- Known Aliases
- HakunaMatata
How NMoreira 2.0 Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
NMoreira 2.0 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..HakunaMatataRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, NMoreira 2.0 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Recovers files yako.htmlRansom message:
notes/Recovers files yako.html
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with NMoreira 2.0 ransomware:
crypter_191_.exe.bin
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About This Analysis
This NMoreira 2.0 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 NMoreira 2.0.
Last updated: July 30, 2025