Ransomware Research
Deoxyz Ransomware
Deoxyz is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on December 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Deoxyz
- First Seen
- December 1, 2024
How Deoxyz Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Deoxyz modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
./\.[0-9a-z]{4}$/Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Deoxyz displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
read_it.txtRansom message:
notes/read_it.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/l6m2fueao.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Deoxyz ransomware:
ToolsClient.sfx.exe
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About This Analysis
This Deoxyz 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 Deoxyz.
Last updated: July 30, 2025