Ransomware Research
GetCrypt Ransomware
GetCrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: GetCrypt 2.0.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- GetCrypt
- First Seen
- May 1, 2019
- Known Aliases
- GetCrypt 2.0
How GetCrypt Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Encrypts first 0x20000 bytes
File Encryption Patterns
GetCrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
./\.[A-Z]{4}$/Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, GetCrypt displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
# DECRYPT MY FILES #.txtRansom message:
notes/# DECRYPT MY FILES #.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/Tempdesk.bmp
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with GetCrypt ransomware:
ChristsIbrahimbs03u4lh.exe2019-05-22-getcrypt-unpacked.vk.exe
Recovery and Decryption Tools
Good news! Decryption tools are available for GetCrypt ransomware:
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About This Analysis
This GetCrypt 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 GetCrypt.
Last updated: July 30, 2025