Ransomware Research
Rijndael Ransomware
Rijndael is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Rijndael
- First Seen
- April 1, 2017
How Rijndael Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Rijndael modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..fuckedRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Rijndael 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 Rijndael ransomware:
BitcoinMiner.exe15A2D7.exerijndael.exeRijndael.exeBitcoinMiner.exe.deployDeathNote Ransomware.exe
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About This Analysis
This Rijndael 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 Rijndael.
Last updated: July 30, 2025