Ransomware Research
CryptoMix-Revenge Ransomware
CryptoMix-Revenge is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on March 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Revenge.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- CryptoMix-Revenge
- First Seen
- March 1, 2017
- Known Aliases
- Revenge
How CryptoMix-Revenge Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Encrypts filenames -> magic.mgc -> C63F241F000038F1FB91AFBF5818ECAD.REVENGE
File Encryption Patterns
CryptoMix-Revenge modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..REVENGE..SYS..DATRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, CryptoMix-Revenge displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
_HELP_INSTRUCTION.TXTRansom message:
notes/_HELP_INSTRUCTION.TXT
Note locations:
EveryFolder# !!!HELP_FILE!!! #.TXTRansom message:
notes/# !!!HELP_FILE!!! #.TXT
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with CryptoMix-Revenge ransomware:
svchost.exeRevenge.exeKB976332-X86.exerevenge_sample1.exeCryptoShield.exea1xpr65r.exe5mncp36m.exevob7ubl7.exe2017-03-15-pseudoDarkleech-Rig-EK-1st-run-flash-exploit.swfF.swfrigv_flash_exploit.flash
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About This Analysis
This CryptoMix-Revenge 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 CryptoMix-Revenge.
Last updated: July 30, 2025