Ransomware Research
Orion Ransomware
Orion 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.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Orion
- First Seen
- April 1, 2021
How Orion Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Orion modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..XXXXXRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Orion 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 Orion ransomware:
OrionRansomware.exe1.exe
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About This Analysis
This Orion 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 Orion.
Last updated: July 30, 2025