Ransomware Research
CryptoHasYou Ransomware
CryptoHasYou is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on March 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- CryptoHasYou
- First Seen
- March 1, 2016
How CryptoHasYou Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
CryptoHasYou modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..encRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, CryptoHasYou displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
YOUR_FILES_ARE_LOCKED.txtRansom message:
notes/YOUR_FILES_ARE_LOCKED.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/c35312fb3a.png
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with CryptoHasYou ransomware:
bleachbit_dump2000.exeojglbwneuey.exebleachbit.execryptohasyou.exeojGlBWnEuEy.exe
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About This Analysis
This CryptoHasYou 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 CryptoHasYou.
Last updated: July 30, 2025