: Under normal circumstances, these files are used for reports, resumes, and general professional documentation. What is a DOCX file? | ONLYOFFICE Blog

A .docx file is the standard XML-based format for Microsoft Word documents introduced in 2007.

: While standard .docx files are generally safer than the older .doc format, they can still be used for "template injection" or containing malicious external links that download ransomware like Medusa.

: Interestingly, there is also a specific strain of ransomware simply called "Docx" that functions similarly to Medusa by encrypting data and demanding a ransom. What is a .docx File?

If you encounter a download link or email attachment with this name, it is highly likely a malicious file designed to compromise your system.