Ransomware Research
Zilla Ransomware
Zilla is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Zilla
- First Seen
- June 1, 2017
How Zilla Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Requires C&C to send password
File Encryption Patterns
Zilla modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..zilla
..Atom
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Zilla displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
OkuBeni.txt
Ransom message:
notes/OkuBeni.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolder
ReadMeNow.txt
Ransom message:
notes/ReadMeNow.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolder
@@BurayaBak.txt
Ransom message:
notes/@@BurayaBak.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolder
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Zilla ransomware:
ConsoleApplication1.exe
Zilla.exe
JAtom.exe
love.exe
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About This Analysis
This Zilla 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 Zilla.
Last updated: July 30, 2025