Ransomware Research
Exocrypt XTC Ransomware
Exocrypt XTC is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Exocrypt XTC 2.0.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Exocrypt XTC
- First Seen
- April 1, 2018
- Known Aliases
- Exocrypt XTC 2.0
How Exocrypt XTC Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
e5c4fb99d5b4cb4621314bbce112f2f926f3e7458d6a1b036b3007deea98cc69 -> Encrypts only 'C:\Users\Forged\Desktop\Stuff\C#\XTC Decrypt0r\XTC Decrypt0r\bin\Debug\Files to encrypt'
File Encryption Patterns
Exocrypt XTC modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..xtcRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Exocrypt XTC displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Exocrypt XTC ransomware:
Exocrypt.exemyfile.exeXTC Decrypt0r.exeExocrypt XTC v2.0.exeexocrypt.exe
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About This Analysis
This Exocrypt XTC 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 Exocrypt XTC.
Last updated: July 30, 2025