Ransomware Research
Steloj Ransomware
Steloj is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Steloj
- First Seen
- August 1, 2023
How Steloj Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Full extension -> .[0e270dc80f].[steloj@mailfence.com].steloj
File Encryption Patterns
Steloj modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..stelojRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Steloj displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
README_WARNING.txtRansom message:
notes/README_WARNING.txt
Note locations:
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About This Analysis
This Steloj 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 Steloj.
Last updated: July 30, 2025