Ransomware Research
Zxc Ransomware
Zxc is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on March 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Zxc
- First Seen
- March 1, 2023
How Zxc Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Full extension -> magic.mgc.(MJ-LH8295061743)(hionly@tutanota.com).zxc RSAKEY.key, pkey.txt in %PROGRAMDATA%
File Encryption Patterns
Zxc modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..zxcRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Zxc displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Decryption-Guide.txtRansom message:
notes/Decryption-Guide.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderDecryption-Guide.HTARansom message:
notes/Decryption-Guide.HTA
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Zxc ransomware:
hionly@tutanota.com.vexe.exehionly@tutanota.com.vexe
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About This Analysis
This Zxc 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 Zxc.
Last updated: July 30, 2025