Ransomware Research
Babax Ransomware
Babax is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Babaxed, Executor, ExecutorV3.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Babax
- First Seen
- September 1, 2020
- Known Aliases
- BabaxedExecutorExecutorV3
How Babax Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Babax modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..babaxedRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Babax displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
/^RECOVERY INSTRUCTIONS [0-9]{1} \.txt$/Ransom message:
notes/RECOVERY INSTRUCTIONS 2 .txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Babax ransomware:
CardGame.exeExecv3.exeloader4perx.exe
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About This Analysis
This Babax 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 Babax.
Last updated: July 30, 2025