Ransomware Research

Encrp Ransomware

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

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
Encrp
First Seen
October 1, 2020
Known Aliases
Encriptar

How Encrp Ransomware Works

File Encryption Patterns

Encrp modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..encrp..solaso..soli

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

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

file__READ_ME_TO_RECOVER_YOUR_FILES.txt

Ransom message:

notes/__READ_ME_TO_RECOVER_YOUR_FILES.txt

Note locations:

EveryFolder
file__READ_ME_PLEASE.txt

Ransom message:

notes/__READ_ME_TO_RECOVER_YOUR_FILES.txt

Note locations:

EveryFolder

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with Encrp ransomware:

  • svcshost.exe
  • ENCRIPTAR.exe

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About This Analysis

This Encrp 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 Encrp.

Last updated: July 30, 2025