Ransomware Research
Polaris Ransomware
Polaris is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Polaris
- First Seen
- November 1, 2021
How Polaris Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
For Linux https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t/760995/polaris-ransomware-linux-servers-support-topic/
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Polaris displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
WARNING.txtRansom message:
notes/WARNING.txt
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Polaris ransomware:
systemd-timed
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About This Analysis
This Polaris 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 Polaris.
Last updated: July 30, 2025