General
- Target 2026-04-21_5b8c9d5291240b2ff28064b37c178a66_elex_virlock
- Size 199KB
- Sample260421-qs8tkafv8q
- SHA256 2c37437147fcc2b1bd06e290f6d9a17e26088f9830f528e60785504a6f8c8458
Malware Config
Targets
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- Target 2026-04-21_5b8c9d5291240b2ff28064b37c178a66_elex_virlock
- Size 199KB
- SHA256 2c37437147fcc2b1bd06e290f6d9a17e26088f9830f528e60785504a6f8c8458
Score10/10Family: Nabucur
Nabucur is a ransomware first seen in 2015.
Modifies visibility of file extensions in Explorer
UAC bypass
Renames multiple (113) files with added filename extension
This suggests ransomware activity of encrypting all the files on the system.
Badlisted process makes network request
Network request originating from process or tool commonly abused by malware.
Checks computer location settings
Looks up country code configured in the registry, likely geofence.
Executes dropped EXE
Reads user/profile data of web browsers
Infostealers often target stored browser data, which can include saved credentials etc.
Adds Run key to start application
Drops file in System32 directory
MITRE ATT&CK Enterprise v16
Privilege Escalation
Abuse Elevation Control Mechanism
1Bypass User Account Control
1Boot or Logon Autostart Execution
1Registry Run Keys / Startup Folder
1Defense Evasion
Abuse Elevation Control Mechanism
1Bypass User Account Control
1Hide Artifacts
1Hidden Files and Directories
1Impair Defenses
1Disable or Modify Tools
1Modify Registry
4Credential Access
Credentials from Password Stores
1Credentials from Web Browsers
1Unsecured Credentials
1Credentials In Files
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