fileBitcoin_Address.txt
notes/Bitcoin_Address.txt
Location: Desktop
Ransomware Research
Zero-Fucks Ransomware
Zero-Fucks is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: ZeroFucks.
Quick facts
- Ransomware Family
- Zero-Fucks
- First Seen
- July 1, 2019
- Known Aliases
- ZeroFucks
How Zero-Fucks ransomware works
File modification behavior
Zero-Fucks updates file modification timestamps after encryption.
File encryption patterns
Zero-Fucks modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
Extensions added after encryption
- .zerofucks
Ransom note and payment demands
After encrypting files, Zero-Fucks displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Technical indicators
Associated executable files
The following executable files are associated with Zero-Fucks ransomware:
- Zero-Fucks RSW.exe
- ZERO-FUCKS.EXE
Recovery and decryption tools
Decryption tools may be available for Zero-Fucks. Review the resources below:
About this analysis
This Zero-Fucks 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 Zero-Fucks.
Detection coverage
Elastio detects Zero-Fucks inside your data and backups.
The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify Zero-Fucks 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.