Ransomware Research
MZLFF Ransomware
MZLFF is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- MZLFF
- First Seen
- November 1, 2024
How MZLFF Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
MZLFF modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..lockedRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, MZLFF displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
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About This Analysis
This MZLFF 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 MZLFF.
Last updated: July 30, 2025