Ransomware Research
Cry9 Ransomware
Cry9 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Cry128.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Cry9
- First Seen
- April 1, 2017
- Known Aliases
- Cry128
How Cry9 Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Requires C&C in TOR
File Encryption Patterns
Cry9 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
.-isabela1956@aprotonmail.ch.-sofia_lobster@protonmail.chTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Cry9 ransomware:
通信通信.EXE
Recovery and Decryption Tools
Good news! Decryption tools are available for Cry9 ransomware:
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About This Analysis
This Cry9 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 Cry9.
Last updated: July 30, 2025