Ransomware Research

ZZART3XX Ransomware

ZZART3XX 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
ZZART3XX
First Seen
February 1, 2024

How ZZART3XX Ransomware Works

File Encryption Patterns

ZZART3XX modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..EzByZZART3XX

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, ZZART3XX displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileOpen.txt

Ransom message:

notes/Open.txt

Note locations:

EveryFolder
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Ransom message:

notes/60yfgeree.jpg

Note locations:

Desktop

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with ZZART3XX ransomware:

  • FL Studio 2024.exe
  • svchost.exe

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About This Analysis

This ZZART3XX 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 ZZART3XX.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

ZZART3XX Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio