Ransomware Research
AES-NI Ransomware
AES-NI 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
- AES-NI
- First Seen
- June 1, 2017
How AES-NI Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
NOSAMPLE 72CD9E37779910B9CCDA99489455FAF0A44EDA823DE1AF2376F5589DE8194E15 -> Decryptor https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t/639445/unidentified-ransomware-lock/
File Encryption Patterns
AES-NI modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..lock..aes256Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, AES-NI displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
!!! READ THIS - IMPORTANT !!!.txtRansom message:
notes/!!! READ THIS - IMPORTANT !!!.txt
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with AES-NI ransomware:
leaks.7z
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About This Analysis
This AES-NI 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 AES-NI.
Last updated: July 30, 2025