Ransomware Research
Stickxx Ransomware
Stickxx is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on January 1, 2026, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick facts
- Ransomware Family
- Stickxx
- First Seen
- January 1, 2026
How Stickxx ransomware works
File modification behavior
Stickxx resets file modification timestamps after encryption.
Technical indicators
Associated executable files
The following executable files are associated with Stickxx ransomware:
- syscore.exe
About this analysis
This Stickxx 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 Stickxx.
Detection coverage
Elastio detects Stickxx inside your data and backups.
The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify Stickxx 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.