Ransomware Research

32aa Ransomware

32aa is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
32aa
First Seen
October 1, 2020

How 32aa Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Doesn't encrypt files (but OK on ANY.RUN)

File Encryption Patterns

32aa modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..32aa

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with 32aa ransomware:

  • shell.bin
  • shell.exe

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About This Analysis

This 32aa 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 32aa.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

32aa Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio