Ransomware Research
XP10 Ransomware
XP10 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: FakeChrome.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- XP10
- First Seen
- August 1, 2020
- Known Aliases
- FakeChrome
How XP10 Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Doesn't encrypt file on %SystemDrive%
File Encryption Patterns
XP10 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..xp10-ransomRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, XP10 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
readme.txtRansom message:
notes/readme.txt
Note locations:
RootDiscsTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with XP10 ransomware:
chrome.exeexplorer.exe
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About This Analysis
This XP10 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 XP10.
Last updated: July 30, 2025