user@threatcheck.sh ~ threat-analysis
bash
$ analyze-threat Ransom:Win64/Encoder.MX!MTB
Ransom:Win64/Encoder.MX!MTB - Windows Defender threat signature analysis

Ransom:Win64/Encoder.MX!MTB - Windows Defender Threat Analysis

$ cat analysis.txt
=== THREAT ANALYSIS REPORT ===
Threat Name: Ransom:Win64/Encoder.MX!MTB
Classification:
Type:Ransom
Platform:Win64
Family:Encoder
Detection Type:Concrete
Known malware family with identified signatures
Variant:MX
Specific signature variant within the malware family
Suffix:!MTB
Detected via machine learning and behavioral analysis
Detection Method:Behavioral
Confidence:Very High
False-Positive Risk:Low

Concrete signature match: Ransomware - Encrypts files and demands payment for 64-bit Windows platform, family Encoder

Summary:

Ransom:Win64/Encoder.MX!MTB is a concrete detection of a ransomware variant specifically targeting 64-bit Windows systems. This threat utilizes machine learning behavioral analysis to confirm its malicious encryption activities. If executed, it will encrypt user files and demand a ransom for their decryption, severely impacting data availability and system integrity.

Severity:
High
VDM Static Detection:
No detailed analysis available from definition files.
Known malware which is associated with this threat:
Filename: hostage.exe
95d0259be4a21ea6270862128cdaf6fa208e705384c17a1732058bba124758f6
21/01/2026
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Remediation Steps:
Immediately isolate the affected system from the network to prevent further spread. Perform a full system scan with updated antivirus software, remove the detected threat, and restore any encrypted files from secure, recent backups. Investigate the initial compromise vector to patch vulnerabilities and enhance endpoint security.
=== END REPORT ===
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