Ransomware Research
AutoWannaCryV2 Ransomware
AutoWannaCryV2 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- AutoWannaCryV2
- First Seen
- July 1, 2018
How AutoWannaCryV2 Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Written in AutoIt
File Encryption Patterns
AutoWannaCryV2 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..wannacryv2Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, AutoWannaCryV2 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with AutoWannaCryV2 ransomware:
6AJUQUSYWHU9.EXE
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About This Analysis
This AutoWannaCryV2 ransomware analysis is part of Elastio's comprehensive ransomware detection database. Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery solutions, helping organizations defend against and recover from ransomware attacks like AutoWannaCryV2.
Last updated: July 30, 2025