Ransomware Research
Eq Ransomware
Eq is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on December 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Eq
- First Seen
- December 1, 2018
How Eq Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Eq modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..fuckRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Eq displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
README_BACK_FILES.htmRansom message:
notes/README_BACK_FILES.htm
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Eq ransomware:
EqEq.exemyfile.exetwitchru.exeteamviewer.exeee5fa4a6.gxe
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About This Analysis
This Eq 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 Eq.
Last updated: July 30, 2025