Ransomware Research
FCT Ransomware
FCT is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on January 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- FCT
- First Seen
- January 1, 2020
How FCT Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
No ransom note
File Encryption Patterns
FCT modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..advTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with FCT ransomware:
FCT.exe
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About This Analysis
This FCT 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 FCT.
Last updated: July 30, 2025