Ransomware Research
XiaoBa 2.0 Ransomware
XiaoBa 2.0 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- XiaoBa 2.0
- First Seen
- July 1, 2018
How XiaoBa 2.0 Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Full extension -> .[xiaoba_666@163.com]Encrypted_(random id).XIAOBA
File Encryption Patterns
XiaoBa 2.0 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..XIAOBARansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, XiaoBa 2.0 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HELP_SOS.htaRansom message:
notes/HELP_SOS.hta
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with XiaoBa 2.0 ransomware:
Uninstaller 30.0FlashUtil.exeXiaoBa 2.0.exeinstall_flash_player.exe
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About This Analysis
This XiaoBa 2.0 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 XiaoBa 2.0.
Last updated: July 30, 2025