Ransomware Research
Zipp3rs Ransomware
Zipp3rs is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Zipp3rs
- First Seen
- May 1, 2023
How Zipp3rs Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Skips first bytes of header
File Encryption Patterns
Zipp3rs modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..zipp3rsRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Zipp3rs displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txt
Note locations:
LoginTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Zipp3rs ransomware:
KD6738dq56JH2QC.exe
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About This Analysis
This Zipp3rs 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 Zipp3rs.
Last updated: July 30, 2025