Ransomware Research
AxCrypter Ransomware
AxCrypter is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- AxCrypter
- First Seen
- May 1, 2016
How AxCrypter Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
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File Encryption Patterns
AxCrypter modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..axxRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, AxCrypter displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
DECRYPT.txtRansom message:
notes/DECRYPT.txt
Note locations:
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About This Analysis
This AxCrypter 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 AxCrypter.
Last updated: July 30, 2025