Ransomware Research
XData Ransomware
XData is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- XData
- First Seen
- May 1, 2017
How XData Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/f/239/ransomware-help-tech-support
File Encryption Patterns
XData modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..~xdata~Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, XData displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW_CAN_I_DECRYPT_MY_FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/HOW_CAN_I_DECRYPT_MY_FILES.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with XData ransomware:
Trojan.Ransom.XDatamsaddc.exemssecsvc.exemssql.exemsdns.exemssec.exemscomrpc.exemscom.exexData.exeXData Ransomware.exemsdcom.exeXdata.exeTrojan.Ransom.XData.exemssql.$$$Win32.Trojan-Ransom.XData.A.exemssql.exxmssql.exe.bakmsdcom_xdata.exeXData.exeXData ransomwareXData ransomware is attacking Ukrainemsdns.exe_
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About This Analysis
This XData 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 XData.
Last updated: July 30, 2025