Ransomware Research
HkCrypt Ransomware
HkCrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Hacked.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- HkCrypt
- First Seen
- September 1, 2017
- Known Aliases
- Hacked
How HkCrypt Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
HkCrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..hackedRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, HkCrypt displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
Login@readme_English.txtRansom message:
notes/@readme_English.txt
Note locations:
Desktop@Leggimi_decrypt_Italian.txtRansom message:
notes/@Leggimi_decrypt_Italian.txt
Note locations:
Desktop@Readme_Spanish.txtRansom message:
notes/@Readme_Spanish.txt
Note locations:
DesktopHow_to_decrypt_files.txtRansom message:
notes/How_to_decrypt_files.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with HkCrypt ransomware:
Hk IncHacked.exe
Recovery and Decryption Tools
Good news! Decryption tools are available for HkCrypt ransomware:
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About This Analysis
This HkCrypt 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 HkCrypt.
Last updated: July 30, 2025