Cybercrime
SEXi
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SEXi is a ransomware group that targets VMware ESXi servers, encrypting data and demanding ransom payments. They have been observed encrypting virtual machines and backups, causing significant disruptions to services. The group's name is a play on the word "ESXi," indicating a deliberate focus on these systems. SEXi has been linked to other ransomware variants based on the Babuk source code.
CVEs in recent coverage
No CVEs named alongside this actor in the last 90 days.
Recent victims
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Recent activity
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References
- https://www.cybersecurity-insiders.com/proven-data-restores-powerhosts-vmware-backups-after-sexi-ransomware-attack/
- https://heimdalsecurity.com/blog/powerhosts-esxi-servers-encrypted-with-new-sexi-ransomware/
- https://www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/sexi-ransomware-desires-vmware-hypervisors
From the MISP threat-actor galaxy, MITRE ATT&CK and RansomLook (CC BY 4.0). Activity is any post or advisory Watch Floor collected that names the actor or one of its aliases.