fileZoV.txt
notes/ZoV.txt
Location: RootDiscs, Desktop
Ransomware Research
Z0V Ransomware
Z0V is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick facts
- Ransomware Family
- Z0V
- First Seen
- July 1, 2023
How Z0V ransomware works
File modification behavior
Z0V updates file modification timestamps after encryption.
File encryption patterns
Z0V modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
Extensions added after encryption
- .Z0V
Ransom note and payment demands
After encrypting files, Z0V displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
fileInfo.hta
notes/Info.hta
Location: StartUp, Roaming
Technical indicators
Associated executable files
The following executable files are associated with Z0V ransomware:
- syszov.exe
About this analysis
This Z0V 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 Z0V.
Detection coverage
Elastio detects Z0V inside your data and backups.
The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify Z0V 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.