Ransomware Research
ExecutionerPlus Ransomware
ExecutionerPlus 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. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: CryptoJoker 2017 Plus.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- ExecutionerPlus
- First Seen
- December 1, 2017
- Known Aliases
- CryptoJoker 2017 Plus
How ExecutionerPlus Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
ExecutionerPlus modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..executionerRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, ExecutionerPlus displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Readme.htmlRansom message:
notes/Readme.html
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with ExecutionerPlus ransomware:
CryptoJoker.execryptojoker ransomwareCryptoJoker_dump.exe.bin
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About This Analysis
This ExecutionerPlus 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 ExecutionerPlus.
Last updated: July 30, 2025