Ransomware Research
Ma1x0 Ransomware
Ma1x0 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Ma1x0
- First Seen
- February 1, 2024
How Ma1x0 Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Ma1x0 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..ma1x0Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Ma1x0 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW TO RESTORE FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/HOW TO RESTORE FILES.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Ma1x0 ransomware:
Sesmn.exesesmn.exe
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About This Analysis
This Ma1x0 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 Ma1x0.
Last updated: July 30, 2025