Ransomware Research
XD Ransomware
XD is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on January 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- XD
- First Seen
- January 1, 2021
How XD Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Only renames files 31726.XL, 11484.XL, 1037.XL
File Encryption Patterns
XD modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..XLRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, XD displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
/^Oops\d{1,2}\.txt$/Ransom message:
notes/Oops10.txt
Note locations:
RansomPayloadStartFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with XD ransomware:
Microsoft Word 2010.exe
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About This Analysis
This 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 XD.
Last updated: July 30, 2025