Ransomware Research
AepCrypt Ransomware
AepCrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- AepCrypt
- First Seen
- October 1, 2019
How AepCrypt Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
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File Encryption Patterns
AepCrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..aepRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, AepCrypt displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
#READ ME - YOUR FILES ARE LOCKED#.rtfRansom message:
notes/#READ ME - YOUR FILES ARE LOCKED#.rtf
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About This Analysis
This AepCrypt 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 AepCrypt.
Last updated: July 30, 2025