KillBot_Virus Ransomware
KillBot_Virus is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on January 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: KillBot.Prime.
Quick facts
Ransom note and payment demands
After encrypting files, KillBot_Virus displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
notes/note.txt
Technical indicators
Associated executable files
The following executable files are associated with KillBot_Virus ransomware:
- KILLBOT.PRIME.exe
About this analysis
This KillBot_Virus ransomware analysis is part of Elastio's comprehensive ransomware detection database. Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery, helping organizations defend against and recover from ransomware attacks like KillBot_Virus.
Last updated: December 30, 2025
Elastio detects KillBot_Virus inside your data and backups.
The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify KillBot_Virus across live data, replicated data, and backups. If this family is in your environment, Elastio finds it before encryption completes. Run a scan against your recovery points to confirm.
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