Ransomware Research

CorruptCrypt Ransomware

CorruptCrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
CorruptCrypt
First Seen
November 1, 2017

How CorruptCrypt Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Doesn't encrypt SYSTEMDRIVE Additional encrypted files data in '.corrupt' folder

File Encryption Patterns

CorruptCrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..acryhjccbb@protonmail.com..corrupt

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with CorruptCrypt ransomware:

  • fdbe.exe
  • Crypt.exe

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About This Analysis

This CorruptCrypt 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 CorruptCrypt.

Last updated: July 30, 2025