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