Ransomware Research

OPIX Ransomware

OPIX is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
OPIX
First Seen
May 1, 2024

How OPIX Ransomware Works

File Encryption Patterns

OPIX modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..OPIX

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, OPIX displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

file#OPIX-Help.txt

Ransom message:

notes/#OPIX-Help.txt

Note locations:

EveryFolder

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with OPIX ransomware:

  • c78c6312e85c323c.exe
  • 0afe24bf405cd628.exe
  • 226BDB28411FD0E6.exe

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About This Analysis

This OPIX 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 OPIX.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

OPIX Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio