Ransomware Research

FScrypt Ransomware

FScrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on December 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
FScrypt
First Seen
December 1, 2019

How FScrypt Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Requires parameter --backupen to start Written in Go Encrypts files into Jpeg pictures

File Encryption Patterns

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

File extensions added after encryption:

..enc.jpg

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

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

fileкак расшифровать файлы.ru.txt

Ransom message:

notes/как расшифровать файлы.ru.txt

Note locations:

EveryFolder

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with FScrypt ransomware:

  • glxinfo.exe
  • enc.exe

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About This Analysis

This FScrypt 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 FScrypt.

Last updated: July 30, 2025