Ransomware Research

CryptoJoker 2019 Ransomware

CryptoJoker 2019 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: CryptoJoker-Boom.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
CryptoJoker 2019
First Seen
September 1, 2019
Known Aliases
CryptoJoker-Boom

How CryptoJoker 2019 Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Encrypts first 0x400 bytes Full extension of encrypted files -> .[rans0me@protonmail.com].b00m

File Encryption Patterns

CryptoJoker 2019 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..b00m

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, CryptoJoker 2019 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileHACKED.txt

Ransom message:

notes/HACKED.txt

Note locations:

Desktop

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with CryptoJoker 2019 ransomware:

  • CryptoJoker.exe
  • installer.exe
  • K82PHO.exe
  • dd.exe

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About This Analysis

This CryptoJoker 2019 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 CryptoJoker 2019.

Last updated: July 30, 2025