Ransomware Research
FindZip Ransomware
FindZip is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- FindZip
- First Seen
- February 1, 2017
How FindZip Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
NOSAMPLE For Mac OS
File Encryption Patterns
FindZip modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..cryptRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, FindZip displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW_TO_DECRYPT!!.txtRansom message:
notes/HOW_TO_DECRYPT!!.txt
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About This Analysis
This FindZip 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 FindZip.
Last updated: July 30, 2025