Ransomware Research
Nyxe Ransomware
Nyxe is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Nyxe
- First Seen
- October 1, 2024
How Nyxe Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Nyxe modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..nyxe
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Nyxe displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Decryption Instructions.txt
Ransom message:
notes/Decryption Instructions.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolder
Ransom message:
notes/rI9upMj.png
Note locations:
Desktop
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Nyxe ransomware:
Prince-Built.exe
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About This Analysis
This Nyxe 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 Nyxe.
Last updated: July 30, 2025