.ADOBE File Extension

Adobe Encrypted eBook File

Once run, it scrambles files. It renames with .adobe extension, encrypting them. It generates ransom note informing you of takeover and recovery. It renames using: [filename].id-[ID].[[email protected...

General Information

Title Adobe File Extensions
Extension .adobe
Full Form Adobe Encrypted eBook File
File Type Encrypted eBook File
Developer Adobe Systems
MIME Type application/x-dtbncx+xml

File Function

Primary Function Digital Rights Management
Additional Functions Content encryption, Access control
Features Portable, Encrypted

File Characteristics

Quality High
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency No
Editable No

Use Cases

eBook Reading Yes
Content Distribution Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Unauthorized access
Best Practices Secure distribution, DRM enforcement

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2007
Latest Version Varies by software

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .epub, .pdf

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Adobe Digital Editions Free Windows, Mac
Bluefire Reader Free iOS, Android