Ransomware Research
Radiyu Ransomware
Radiyu is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on December 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Radiyu
- First Seen
- December 1, 2023
How Radiyu Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Encrypts only %DESKTOP% folder
File Encryption Patterns
Radiyu modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..Radiyu
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Radiyu displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletion
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Radiyu ransomware:
Game(Radian_Radiyu_Radiware).exe
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About This Analysis
This Radiyu 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 Radiyu.
Last updated: July 30, 2025