Ransomware Research
XWorm Ransomware
XWorm is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on January 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: XWorm V3.0.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- XWorm
- First Seen
- January 1, 2023
- Known Aliases
- XWorm V3.0
How XWorm Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
1727ba841000a1c6176bc285853b54904ea69944fa2d59e8daf66872dd4c1d92 -> dll plugin (part of the malware)
File Encryption Patterns
XWorm modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..ENCRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, XWorm displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
How To Decrypt My Files.htmlRansom message:
notes/How To Decrypt My Files.html
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with XWorm ransomware:
Ransomware.dll
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About This Analysis
This XWorm 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 XWorm.
Last updated: July 30, 2025