Ransomware Research
Zorab Ransomware
Zorab 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: Zorba, ZRB, Dependent, SarCov.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Zorab
- First Seen
- May 1, 2020
- Known Aliases
- ZorbaZRBDependentSarCov
How Zorab Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Requires user action (press button) to start encryption process
File Encryption Patterns
Zorab modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..ZRBRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Zorab displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
--DECRYPT--ZORAB.txtRansom message:
notes/--DECRYPT--ZORAB.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Zorab ransomware:
crab.exedependent.exeDecryptor Djvu mlagham.exeDecryptor Djvu.exeyg.exe
Recovery and Decryption Tools
Good news! Decryption tools are available for Zorab ransomware:
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About This Analysis
This Zorab 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 Zorab.
Last updated: July 30, 2025