Triclyde Ransomware
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| Threat Level: | 100 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 1 |
| First Seen: | February 17, 2022 |
| Last Seen: | February 17, 2022 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
The Triclyde Ransomware is a malware threat capable of locking users out of their data. The threat runs an encryption routine that uses a military-grade cryptographic algorithm. As a result, restoration of the locked files could be practically impossible without having the correct decryption keys. Typically, the attackers promise to send the necessary keys to their victims but only after extorting them for a significant amount of money.
Unlike the vast majority of ransomware threats, Triclyde doesn't modify the names of the encrypted files in any way and instead leaves them completely intact. However, it does show a ransom note displayed on the system, inside a new pop-up window. It also should be noted that the Triclyde Ransomware is not an entirely unique threat. After analyzing it, cybersecurity researchers confirmed that Triclyde is part of the Nominatus Ransomware family.
According to the ransom-demanding message of the threat, affected users can contact the creator of the threat by messaging the 'Nominatus#9251' account. Curiously the note finds it necessary to clarify that the old account of the cybercriminals at 'Nominatus#1297' has been disabled, but fails to mention the platform, chat application, or messaging service that these accounts belong to.
The entire text of the message shown as a pop-up window is:
'Triclyde
Nominatus Ransomware Family
2020-2022
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All files has been Encrypted by Triclyde!
Contact the Creator of this virus Nominatus#9251 for more information
his old account (Nominatus#1297) has been disabled..
don't restart because we changed your account's password!
live or die? make your choice now!'
