Ransomware Research

CryptoMix-Tastylock Ransomware

CryptoMix-Tastylock is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on December 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
CryptoMix-Tastylock
First Seen
December 1, 2017

How CryptoMix-Tastylock Ransomware Works

File Encryption Patterns

CryptoMix-Tastylock modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..tastylock

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, CryptoMix-Tastylock displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

file_HELP_INSTRUCTION.TXT

Ransom message:

notes/_HELP_INSTRUCTION.TXT

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with CryptoMix-Tastylock ransomware:

  • Copia di 1tasty.exe
  • 1tasty.exe.bin

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About This Analysis

This CryptoMix-Tastylock 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-Tastylock.

Last updated: July 30, 2025