Ransomware Research
Crypt32 Ransomware
Crypt32 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Crypt32
- First Seen
- August 1, 2020
How Crypt32 Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Written in NodeJS Encrypted contents encoded with base-64
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Crypt32 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
!! YOUR FILES HAS BEEN ENCRYPTED !!.txtRansom message:
notes/!! YOUR FILES HAS BEEN ENCRYPTED !!.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Crypt32 ransomware:
Run_In_VM.binnode.exe
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About This Analysis
This Crypt32 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 Crypt32.
Last updated: July 30, 2025