Ransomware Research
Cryp70n1c Ransomware
Cryp70n1c 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. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Cryp70n1c Army.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Cryp70n1c
- First Seen
- November 1, 2017
- Known Aliases
- Cryp70n1c Army
How Cryp70n1c Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Cryp70n1c modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..cryp70n1cRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Cryp70n1c displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
READ_IT.txtRansom message:
notes/READ_IT.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Cryp70n1c ransomware:
hidden-tear.exePDF-Cracker-v2.0.1.exeBitcoin-PrivateKey-Finder.exe
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About This Analysis
This Cryp70n1c 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 Cryp70n1c.
Last updated: July 30, 2025