Ransomware Research
SuchSecurity Ransomware
SuchSecurity is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on March 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- SuchSecurity
- First Seen
- March 1, 2017
How SuchSecurity Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Encrypts test folder on the Desktop
File Encryption Patterns
SuchSecurity modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..lockedRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, SuchSecurity displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
ransom.jpgRansom message:
notes/ransom.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with SuchSecurity ransomware:
eda2.exeSuch.exe
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About This Analysis
This SuchSecurity 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 SuchSecurity.
Last updated: July 30, 2025