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CryptConsole-2 Ransomware
CryptConsole-2 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- CryptConsole-2
- First Seen
- February 1, 2017
How CryptConsole-2 Ransomware Works
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, CryptConsole-2 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW DECRIPT FILES.hta
Ransom message:
notes/HOW DECRIPT FILES.hta
Note locations:
EveryFolder
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with CryptConsole-2 ransomware:
smsss.exe
something_ne@india.com_736D7373732E657865
FILE_13.1
imxfgu54.dll
Decrypt.exe
myfile.exe
ransomware
sequre@tuta.io_736D7373732E657865
xzet@tutanota.com_736D7373732E657865
smss.exe
Crypt_Console.exe
crypt_console.exe
crypt.exe
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About This Analysis
This CryptConsole-2 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 CryptConsole-2.
Last updated: July 30, 2025