Ransomware Research

2000USD Ransomware

2000USD is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
2000USD
First Seen
June 1, 2024

How 2000USD Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Full extension -> .getmydata@tutamail.com.2000USD

File Encryption Patterns

2000USD modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..2000USD

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, 2000USD displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

file----Read-Me-----.txt

Ransom message:

notes/----Read-Me-----.txt

Note locations:

RootDiscsDesktop

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with 2000USD ransomware:

  • 2000USD

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About This Analysis

This 2000USD 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 2000USD.

Last updated: July 30, 2025