About Nbzi Ransomware:
Name | Nbzi Virus |
Version | 0832 |
File Extension | .nbzi |
Contact | [email protected], [email protected] |
Family | STOP/Djvu Ransomware |
Note | _readme.txt |
Offline ID | csCsb6cUvy0iMa6NgGCGH0hSfXQlGjZVEmFVkgt1 |
Last seen | December 05, 2023 |
Algorithm | Salsa20 encryption. If Nbzi cannot establish a connection to crooks server before starting the encryption process, it uses the offline key. This key is the same for all victims(!), making it possible to decrypt .nbzi files in the future. |
Ransom | From $490 to $980 (in Bitcoins) |
Damage |
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Distribution | Third-party downloaders, installers, peer-to-peer networks, RDP exploits, etc., |
RSA Public Key | -----BEGIN PUBLIC KEY----- MIIBIjANBgkqhkiG9w0BAQEFAAOCAQ8AMIIBCgKCAQEA26tR1XMm+YYZXWD8ivnv +0mptBAWwfXIx8X9LUzyfGdIx6/6yRP8c4VM0u/m9uB0U1F+AFd2z5K1SbQ4Nmpu 00m+2e4kZ6E76uqPbZbpxzAyox5lAmUraX2GqGOIB6ujLZF6LC6wvKMMAyoEIgDp uIG2EoeHX/6kiQ0dMbWl6iNUMsEp81iRyay0mVgNFq2PFY9jDK+O/Y+HUQ/5DCxP tZ2APeuLQQqB2uYkEV/b+Xl2CRaeCc2fMyYTnR7drA0YSdWRxI1cITOdo+aTFSrq 1psalk+fUoLaUwNykJ9xR6kTNR+wwyHHfYdAsdS195792AWzV8Qr3e2Rq0zh9kBi rwIDAQAB -----END PUBLIC KEY----- |
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What is Nbzi ransomware?
Nbzi ransomware dispels the myth that viruses only come from explicitly dubious activities. It stealthily infiltrates your system, encrypts your files, and demands a ransom for their return, all while rendering your security tools useless.
The encryption employed by this malware is notably robust, further compounded by the fact that the necessary decryption key is stored on a remote server controlled by the fraudsters. The usual ransom demand hovers around $1000, and while alternative decryption methods exist, their success rates are dishearteningly low according to statistics.
In addition to encrypting files, Nbzi ransomware inflicts damage on other system components. Although not catastrophic, these modifications significantly hinder computer usability, from blocking access to certain websites to obstructing the installation of antivirus software and potentially damaging network functionalities within various applications. Promptly reversing these changes is crucial.
The spread of Nbzi ransomware typically occurs through third-party sites offering paid software for free. Such platforms also host an array of hacking tools, like cheat engines and keygens, which are manipulated to alter software behavior. For hackers, embedding malware into these programs is a simple task, given their comprehensive access to the software’s executable code. The insertion of the virus becomes a matter of financial incentive.
Encryption process
The Nbzi ransomware uses the Salsa20 encryption algorithm. That is not the strongest method, but it still provides an overwhelming amount of possible decryption keys. To brute force the 78-digit number of keys, you need 3.5 unvigintillion years (1*10^65), even if you use the most powerful regular PC. Quantum computers can show a bit better results, but it is still too slow to get your files back while you are alive.
The exact algorithm of encryption is next: malware scans each folder for the files it is able to encrypt. Then, when it finds the target, it makes a copy of your file, removes the original one, encrypts the copy and leaves it instead of the removed original. Such a procedure is done to prevent the situation when you have already opened the file, so ransomware is not able to read it because of the Windows restrictions. To each encrypted copy, the virus adds the specific extension - ".nbzi". Then, ransomware creates a _readme.txt file in the folder where the encrypted file is located, and goes to the next folder.
Such an encryption method can be exploited for file recovery. Since the original file is deleted, you may try to recover it using the file recovery tools. The less time is passed - the bigger the chance to get your files back, so hurry up!
Another specific moment that can help you to use the files even after the encryption is the fact that Nbzi ransomware encrypts only the first 150KB of each file. Hence, you can try to run a big file, such as video or music, without the encryption. Similar feature also works with other ransomware families - Dharma, Conti and Makop encrypt the same 150KB.
Ransom note: _readme.txt
Ransom note is the same for the whole ransomware family. In fact, it is one of the main signs of to which family the certain ransomware belongs. Here is the typical note for STOP/Djvu family:
ATTENTION!
Don't worry, you can return all your files!
All your files like pictures, databases, documents and other important are encrypted with strongest encryption and unique key.
The only method of recovering files is to purchase decrypt tool and unique key for you.
This software will decrypt all your encrypted files.
What guarantees you have?
You can send one of your encrypted file from your PC and we decrypt it for free.
But we can decrypt only 1 file for free. File must not contain valuable information.
You can get and look video overview decrypt tool:
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Price of private key and decrypt software is $980.
Discount 50% available if you contact us first 72 hours, that's price for you is $490.
Please note that you'll never restore your data without payment.
Check your e-mail "Spam" or "Junk" folder if you don't get answer more than 6 hours.
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🔗 HowToFix.Guide: How To Decrypt .nbzi Files? |
Indicators of Compromise(IOC)
File Name | MD5 | File Size |
---|---|---|
📜 SAMPLE.EXE | a12d728719bfd270dd883da9f49385f1 | 797184 |
📜 SAMPLE.EXE | f2dbdbb2b0007007256224a68069a9a1 | 797184 |
📜 SAMPLE.EXE | 6f6a2f74bd2e3c9c67d883a660ae6617 | 797184 |
📜 SAMPLE.EXE | e81bcecfe5a20d952d4627e8b177d9e9 | 811008 |
📜 SAMPLE.EXE | 1cb60ac9b17157c903e32e9e0f99c6ee | 812032 |
📜 SAMPLE.EXE | 94b29bd1dc4a9f3dd58500b2bb2021f2 | 811520 |
📜 SAMPLE.EXE | a1b7cbc2062fd6d7301554d635a9cc98 | 786432 |
📜 SAMPLE.EXE | 3b9e7452e238b663bf5a62908cdcc61b | 811520 |
📜 SAMPLE.EXE | ed350b6a93c43920b3d5f5219eadd3f5 | 820736 |
📜 SAMPLE.EXE | 11e48f878b591833159ac441e7445bf8 | 310784 |