Ransomware Research
crYptA3 Ransomware
crYptA3 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- crYptA3
- First Seen
- April 1, 2023
How crYptA3 Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Encrypts 10% bytes from start
File Encryption Patterns
crYptA3 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..crYptA3Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, crYptA3 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
readme_for_unlock.txtRansom message:
notes/readme_for_unlock.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with crYptA3 ransomware:
n191p1_win_x86_x64_v1b.exe
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About This Analysis
This crYptA3 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 crYptA3.
Last updated: July 30, 2025