Ransomware Research
CryptoMix-Azer Ransomware
CryptoMix-Azer is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Azer.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- CryptoMix-Azer
- First Seen
- July 1, 2017
- Known Aliases
- Azer
How CryptoMix-Azer Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Full encryption -> email-[email_address].AZER Encrypts filenames -> 8257A2E724BC4F8103F1D29B2AE62FC5-email-[webmafia@asia.com].AZER
File Encryption Patterns
CryptoMix-Azer modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..AZERRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, CryptoMix-Azer displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
_INTERESTING_INFORMACION_FOR_DECRYPT.TXTRansom message:
notes/_INTERESTING_INFORMACION_FOR_DECRYPT.TXT
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with CryptoMix-Azer ransomware:
PowerstateoffPowerstateoff.exegangbang.exeBCDFFDD04F.exeBC1C9B74EA.exe
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About This Analysis
This CryptoMix-Azer 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 CryptoMix-Azer.
Last updated: July 30, 2025