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Ransomware Research
Xolzsec Ransomware
Xolzsec is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick facts
- Ransomware Family
- Xolzsec
- First Seen
- August 1, 2017
How Xolzsec ransomware works
File modification behavior
Xolzsec updates file modification timestamps after encryption.
File encryption patterns
Xolzsec modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
Extensions added after encryption
- .xolzsec
Ransom note and payment demands
After encrypting files, Xolzsec displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Technical indicators
Associated executable files
The following executable files are associated with Xolzsec ransomware:
- eda2.exe
About this analysis
This Xolzsec ransomware analysis is part of Elastio's comprehensive ransomware detection database. Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery, helping organizations defend against and recover from ransomware attacks like Xolzsec.
Detection coverage
Elastio detects Xolzsec inside your data and backups.
The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify Xolzsec across live data, replicated data, and backups. If this family is in your environment, Elastio finds it before encryption completes. Run a hunt against your recovery points to confirm.