Ransomware Research
2QZ3 Ransomware
2QZ3 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- 2QZ3
- First Seen
- July 1, 2023
How 2QZ3 Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
https://app.any.run/tasks/6f94039c-8852-4a70-bad2-8e4aa466a30b/# Full extension -> .id[C63F241F-3449].[qweasd@toke.com].2QZ3
File Encryption Patterns
2QZ3 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..2QZ3Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, 2QZ3 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
info.txtRansom message:
notes/info.txt
Note locations:
RootDiscsDesktopinfo.htaRansom message:
notes/info.hta
Note locations:
RootDiscsDesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with 2QZ3 ransomware:
BackupServerprogram.exe
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About This Analysis
This 2QZ3 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 2QZ3.
Last updated: July 30, 2025