Ransomware Research
Kanalia Ransomware
Kanalia is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2022, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: XJJ-shifrator.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Kanalia
- First Seen
- June 1, 2022
- Known Aliases
- XJJ-shifrator
How Kanalia Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Kanalia modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
.XJJTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Kanalia ransomware:
Kanalia.exeАкт сверки №0006851 от 10.06.2022 Номер контракта 6548213218 Основного договора .exe
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About This Analysis
This Kanalia 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 Kanalia.
Last updated: July 30, 2025