Ransomware Research

Cryptomix-FILE Ransomware

Cryptomix-FILE is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on December 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
Cryptomix-FILE
First Seen
December 1, 2017

How Cryptomix-FILE Ransomware Works

File Encryption Patterns

Cryptomix-FILE modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..FILE

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, Cryptomix-FILE displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

file_HELP_INSTRUCTION.TXT

Ransom message:

notes/_HELP_INSTRUCTION.TXT

Note locations:

EveryFolder

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with Cryptomix-FILE ransomware:

  • BC0CBD3964.exe
  • ZKTARkmxfHxu.exe

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About This Analysis

This Cryptomix-FILE 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-FILE.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

Cryptomix-FILE Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio