Ransomware Research
Ladon Ransomware
Ladon is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on March 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Ladon
- First Seen
- March 1, 2018
How Ladon Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Requires C&C for communication
File Encryption Patterns
Ladon modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..ladonRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Ladon displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
READ_ME.htmlTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Ladon ransomware:
ladon.exe
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About This Analysis
This Ladon 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 Ladon.
Last updated: July 30, 2025