Linux.Encoder
Aliases: Linux.Encoder.{0,3}
- First seen
- 2015-11-05 00:00:00
- Malware type
- ransomware
- Family
- Malware family
- Profile updated
- 2026-07-07 13:37:31
Targeted industries: technology-and-telecommunications retail-and-hospitality
Context
Linux.Encoder is a ransomware family targeting Linux systems. Known variants have been observed encrypting files on web servers and demanding ransom payments.
Reports & references
- labs.bitdefender.com — Linux Ransomware Debut Fails On Predictable Encryption Key (report)