Ransomware Research

CryptoMix-x1881 Ransomware

CryptoMix-x1881 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: x1881.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
CryptoMix-x1881
First Seen
October 1, 2017
Known Aliases
x1881

How CryptoMix-x1881 Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Encrypts filenames magic.mgc -> AF6BF1BA1B14C86208D437EF1F19AC92.x1881

File Encryption Patterns

CryptoMix-x1881 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..x1881

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, CryptoMix-x1881 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

file_HELP_INSTRUCTION.TXT

Ransom message:

notes/_HELP_INSTRUCTION.TXT

Note locations:

EveryFolder

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with CryptoMix-x1881 ransomware:

  • Ripple
  • 1.exe

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About This Analysis

This CryptoMix-x1881 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-x1881.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

CryptoMix-x1881 Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio