Ransomware Research
Xorist-EnCiPhErEd Ransomware
Xorist-EnCiPhErEd is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2014, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: EnCiPhErEd.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Xorist-EnCiPhErEd
- First Seen
- February 1, 2014
- Known Aliases
- EnCiPhErEd
How Xorist-EnCiPhErEd Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Xorist-EnCiPhErEd modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..EnCiPhErEd..GiTeR..ZyNoXiOnRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Xorist-EnCiPhErEd displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderКАК РАСШИФРОВАТЬ ФАЙЛЫ.txtRansom message:
notes/КАК РАСШИФРОВАТЬ ФАЙЛЫ.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Xorist-EnCiPhErEd ransomware:
unlocker63100177.exe.oldBF55A0MYUDBx6PT.exe
Recovery and Decryption Tools
Good news! Decryption tools are available for Xorist-EnCiPhErEd ransomware:
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About This Analysis
This Xorist-EnCiPhErEd 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 Xorist-EnCiPhErEd.
Last updated: July 30, 2025