Ransomware Research

FTCODE Ransomware

FTCODE is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: FTCode, PowerShell Locker 2019.

Quick facts

Ransomware Family
FTCODE
First Seen
September 1, 2019
Known Aliases
FTCodePowerShell Locker 2019

How FTCODE ransomware works

File encryption patterns

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

Extensions added after encryption
.FTCODE./\.[a-f0-9]{6}$/

Ransom note and payment demands

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

fileREAD_ME_NOW.htm
notes/READ_ME_NOW.htm
Location: EveryFolder

Technical indicators

Associated executable files

The following executable files are associated with FTCODE ransomware:

About this analysis

This FTCODE 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 FTCODE.

Last updated: December 30, 2025

Detection coverage

Elastio detects FTCODE inside your data and backups.

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

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