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Ransomware Research
Strix Ransomware
Strix is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Null.
Quick facts
- Ransomware Family
- Strix
- First Seen
- August 1, 2017
- Known Aliases
- Null
How Strix ransomware works
File modification behavior
Strix updates file modification timestamps after encryption.
File encryption patterns
Strix modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
Extensions added after encryption
- .null
Ransom note and payment demands
After encrypting files, Strix displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Technical indicators
Associated executable files
The following executable files are associated with Strix ransomware:
- strix.exe
About this analysis
This Strix 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 Strix.
Detection coverage
Elastio detects Strix inside your data and backups.
The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify Strix 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.