Ransomware Research
EnCrypt Ransomware
EnCrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- EnCrypt
- First Seen
- June 1, 2017
How EnCrypt Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
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File Encryption Patterns
EnCrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..enRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, EnCrypt displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
READ_THIS_FILE.txtRansom message:
notes/READ_THIS_FILE.txt
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About This Analysis
This EnCrypt 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 EnCrypt.
Last updated: July 30, 2025