Ransomware Research

Senanam Ransomware

Senanam is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
Senanam
First Seen
July 1, 2024

How Senanam Ransomware Works

File Encryption Patterns

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

File extensions added after encryption:

..senanam

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

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

fileREAD_IT.txt

Ransom message:

notes/READ_IT.txt

Note locations:

Desktop
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Ransom message:

notes/WallpaperImage.jpg

Note locations:

Desktop

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with Senanam ransomware:

  • hidden-tear.exe

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About This Analysis

This Senanam 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 Senanam.

Last updated: July 30, 2025