Ransomware Research
ClicoCrypter Ransomware
ClicoCrypter is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- ClicoCrypter
- First Seen
- July 1, 2017
How ClicoCrypter Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Ransom note path -> c:\ClicoCrypter\;c:\krecik\(Set in Winrar SFX exe) Written in Java
File Encryption Patterns
ClicoCrypter modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..encRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, ClicoCrypter displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
READMYFIRST.infoRansom message:
notes/READMYFIRST.info
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with ClicoCrypter ransomware:
Ksiegowosc2017.pdf.exebypassed.exeClicocryptor.jarksiegowosc.exeInstrukcja_2222.exe
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About This Analysis
This ClicoCrypter 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 ClicoCrypter.
Last updated: July 30, 2025