Ransomware Research
Zenis Ransomware
Zenis is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on March 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Zenis
- First Seen
- March 1, 2018
How Zenis Ransomware Works
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Zenis displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Zenis-Instructions.htmlRansom message:
notes/Zenis-Instructions.html
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Zenis ransomware:
IIS_Agent32.exeZenis.exe97.exe
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About This Analysis
This Zenis 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 Zenis.
Last updated: October 30, 2025
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