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Ransomware Research
Zombi Ransomware
Zombi is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick facts
- Ransomware Family
- Zombi
- First Seen
- November 1, 2023
How Zombi ransomware works
File modification behavior
Zombi updates file modification timestamps after encryption.
File encryption patterns
Zombi modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
Extensions added after encryption
- .zombi2
Ransom note and payment demands
After encrypting files, Zombi displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Technical indicators
Associated executable files
The following executable files are associated with Zombi ransomware:
- zombi2.exe
About this analysis
This Zombi 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 Zombi.
Detection coverage
Elastio detects Zombi inside your data and backups.
The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify Zombi 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.