Ransomware Research
About CryptorBit
CryptorBit
CryptorBit was first discovered in December 2013 in enterprise cloud environments.
| Name | CryptorBit |
|---|---|
| First Seen | December 2013 |
Genealogy
To better understand CryptorBit, we can trace it’s origins. Below is a snapshot of CryptorBit’s genealogy.
| CryptoLocker » CryptorBit |
Targeting
Behavior of CryptorBit
CryptorBit is known to target specific file types. Below are all known file types that CryptorBit is known to infect.
In some cases, ransomware will update the modified date, when it encrypts files. CryptorBit unknown the last modified date of the file it targets.
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Characteristics of CryptorBit
Here are some of the unique characteristics that are helpful to know about CryptorBit.
Ransomware Notes
Not all ransomware leaves a note. However, some ransomware leaves the infected party instructions on what the user should do to get rid of the ransomware, or satisfy the ransom. This often involves transferring money, often bitcoin or another cryptocurrency to a designated wallet.
Below are the type(s) of notes, content, and typical locations where Elastio has found ransom notes from CryptorBit.
| Type | file |
|---|---|
| File Name | HowDecrypt.txt |
| Location |
Executables
These are the names of the executables that contain the undetonated ransomware payload for CryptorBit.
| Executables | QMEsa Analyzator, 88345.exe, fiwo.exe, a.exe, phba.exe, yxte.exe, ekjxn.exe, xouwr.exe |
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External Pages
Ransomware often links to external pages such as payment pages, telegram contacts, etc. Below are some of the URLs Elastio has found to be associated with CryptorBit.
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