Ransomware Research

NZMR Ransomware

NZMR is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
NZMR
First Seen
July 1, 2017

How NZMR Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Requires C&C to receive encryption key and send data

File Encryption Patterns

NZMR modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..nzmr

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, NZMR displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

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Ransom message:

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Note locations:

Desktop

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with NZMR ransomware:

  • eda2.exe
  • nz11cry.exe

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About This Analysis

This NZMR 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 NZMR.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

NZMR Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio