Ransomware Research
Ztax Ransomware
Ztax is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Ztax
- First Seen
- October 1, 2024
How Ztax Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Full extension -> .id-C63F241F.[taxz@cock.li].Ztax
File Encryption Patterns
Ztax modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..ZtaxRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Ztax displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
manual.txtRansom message:
notes/manual.txt
Note locations:
RootDiscsDesktopInfo.htaRansom message:
notes/manual.txt
Note locations:
StartUpRoamingTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Ztax ransomware:
payload.exe
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About This Analysis
This Ztax 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 Ztax.
Last updated: July 30, 2025