Ransomware Research
Zeronine Ransomware
Zeronine is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Zeranine.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Zeronine
- First Seen
- May 1, 2020
- Known Aliases
- Zeranine
How Zeronine Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Zeronine modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..zeronineRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Zeronine 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 Zeronine ransomware:
zeranine.exe
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About This Analysis
This Zeronine 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 Zeronine.
Last updated: July 30, 2025