Ransomware Research

eCh0raix Ransomware

eCh0raix is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on December 1, 2025, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick facts

Ransomware Family
eCh0raix
First Seen
December 1, 2025

How eCh0raix ransomware works

File modification behavior

eCh0raix updates file modification timestamps after encryption.

File encryption patterns

eCh0raix modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

Extensions added after encryption
  • .encrypt

Ransom note and payment demands

After encrypting files, eCh0raix displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileREADME_FOR_DECRYPT.txtt
notes/README_FOR_DECRYPT.txtt

Location: EveryFolder

Technical indicators

Associated executable files

The following executable files are associated with eCh0raix ransomware:

  • g7id2so.exe
  • nmc3nwjm.exe
  • polymorphic_agent.exe

Recovery and decryption tools

Decryption tools may be available for eCh0raix. Review the resources below:

About this analysis

This eCh0raix ransomware analysis is part of Elastio's comprehensive ransomware detection database. Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery, helping organizations defend against and recover from ransomware attacks like eCh0raix.

Last updated: February 18, 2026

Detection coverage

Elastio detects eCh0raix inside your data and backups.

The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify eCh0raix across live data, replicated data, and backups. If this family is in your environment, Elastio finds it before encryption completes. Run a hunt against your recovery points to confirm.