Ransomware Research
Wana-XD Ransomware
Wana-XD is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on December 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Wana-XD
- First Seen
- December 1, 2021
How Wana-XD Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
connects to http://ip-api.com/json/?fields=8193 and api.telegram.org sample is heavily obfuscated
File Encryption Patterns
Wana-XD modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..XD-99Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Wana-XD displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Readme.txtRansom message:
notes/Readme.txt
Note locations:
RootDirectoryTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Wana-XD ransomware:
RL.exesmtp checker.exe
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About This Analysis
This Wana-XD 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 Wana-XD.
Last updated: July 30, 2025