Ransomware Research
XznShirkiCry Ransomware
XznShirkiCry 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
- XznShirkiCry
- First Seen
- February 1, 2024
How XznShirkiCry Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Full extension -> Amazon Music.lnk.locked[payransom1@gmailcom]id17666 https://tria.ge/240224-1fy4psfh2s
File Encryption Patterns
XznShirkiCry modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
./\.locked\[\S+\]id\S+\b/Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, XznShirkiCry displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
read_me.txtRansom message:
notes/read_me.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/aekwloho5.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with XznShirkiCry ransomware:
XznShirkiCry (v1.0).exeXznShirkiCry.exe
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About This Analysis
This XznShirkiCry 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 XznShirkiCry.
Last updated: July 30, 2025