Ransomware Research

CryptoJoker 2020 Ransomware

CryptoJoker 2020 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: CryptoJoker-Nocry.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
CryptoJoker 2020
First Seen
August 1, 2019
Known Aliases
CryptoJoker-Nocry

How CryptoJoker 2020 Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Some file types ecnrypted fully -> TXT7.txt.fully.nocry some partially (0x400 bytes from start) -> AC202.mdb.partially.nocry

File Encryption Patterns

CryptoJoker 2020 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..nocry..cryptojoker

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, CryptoJoker 2020 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileCryptoJoker Recovery Information.txt

Ransom message:

notes/CryptoJoker Recovery Information.txt

Note locations:

Desktop

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with CryptoJoker 2020 ransomware:

  • CryptoJoker.exe

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About This Analysis

This CryptoJoker 2020 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 2020.

Last updated: July 30, 2025