Ransomware Research
FenixLocker Ransomware
FenixLocker is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: FenixLocker, FenixLocker 2.0, FenixLocker NextGen, FenixLocker 2.0.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- FenixLocker
- First Seen
- October 1, 2016
- Known Aliases
- FenixLockerFenixLocker 2.0FenixLocker NextGenFenixLocker 2.0
How FenixLocker Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t/698675/cryfixfooqqcom-ransomware-not-found-by-id-ransomware/
File Encryption Patterns
FenixLocker modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..centrumfr@india.com!!..thedon78@mail.com!!..jundmd@cock.li!!..tuki17@qq.com!!..help24decrypt@qq.com!!..help4decrypt@india.com!!..help24decrypt@cock.li!!..de-crypt@foxmail.com.mz..cryfixfoo@qq.com !!Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, FenixLocker displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Help to decrypt.txtRansom message:
notes/Help to decrypt.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderkey to decrypt7.txtRansom message:
notes/key to decrypt7.txt
CryptoLocker.txtTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with FenixLocker ransomware:
Cryptolocker.exeacrobac.exehert.exeCry.exesvchost.exe
Recovery and Decryption Tools
Good news! Decryption tools are available for FenixLocker ransomware:
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About This Analysis
This FenixLocker 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 FenixLocker.
Last updated: July 30, 2025