Ransomware Research
EDA2 Ransomware
EDA2 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- EDA2
- First Seen
- November 1, 2016
How EDA2 Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Requires C&C to send and receive data
File Encryption Patterns
EDA2 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..xtblRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, EDA2 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Decryption_instructions.TXTRansom message:
notes/Decryption_instructions.TXT
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with EDA2 ransomware:
xbot.exe
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About This Analysis
This EDA2 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 EDA2.
Last updated: July 30, 2025