# SEXi: threat group profile

> SEXi is a threat group. Public reporting about it is still limited. This free profile brings together what is known about it, so you can judge the risk to you. It lists the other names the group goes by and links to every public report behind it.

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## At a glance

| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Attack techniques | 0 |
| Thought to operate from | Not known |
| Other names | 0 |
| Public reports | 3 |

## Who is SEXi?

SEXi is a threat group. Public reporting about it is still limited.

### What public reporting says

> 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.

## Public reports about SEXi

- 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

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is SEXi?

SEXi is a threat group. Public reporting about it is still limited.

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