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Ransomware Research
AlphaBetaCrypt Ransomware
AlphaBetaCrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Alphasup, Betasup.
Quick facts
- Ransomware Family
- AlphaBetaCrypt
- First Seen
- November 1, 2019
- Known Aliases
- Alphasup
- Betasup
How AlphaBetaCrypt ransomware works
File modification behavior
AlphaBetaCrypt updates file modification timestamps after encryption.
File encryption patterns
AlphaBetaCrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
Extensions added after encryption
- .CRYPT
Ransom note and payment demands
After encrypting files, AlphaBetaCrypt displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Technical indicators
Associated executable files
The following executable files are associated with AlphaBetaCrypt ransomware:
- xxx.exe
About this analysis
This AlphaBetaCrypt ransomware analysis is part of Elastio's comprehensive ransomware detection database. Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery, helping organizations defend against and recover from ransomware attacks like AlphaBetaCrypt.
Detection coverage
Elastio detects AlphaBetaCrypt inside your data and backups.
The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify AlphaBetaCrypt across live data, replicated data, and backups. If this family is in your environment, Elastio finds it before encryption completes. Run a hunt against your recovery points to confirm.