Ransomware Research
Zhen Ransomware
Zhen is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Zhen
- First Seen
- September 1, 2020
How Zhen Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Zhen modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..zhenRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Zhen displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
read.iniRansom message:
notes/read.ini
Note locations:
ProgramDataRansom message:
notes/read.ini
Note locations:
LoginRansom message:
notes/1.bmp
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Zhen ransomware:
zhangzhang.exeioxyfx.datR27PWA3O.exe
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About This Analysis
This Zhen 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 Zhen.
Last updated: July 30, 2025