Ransomware Research
JesusCrypt Ransomware
JesusCrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- JesusCrypt
- First Seen
- November 1, 2019
How JesusCrypt Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
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File Encryption Patterns
JesusCrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..jcRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, JesusCrypt displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
READ_IT.txtRansom message:
notes/READ_IT.txt
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
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About This Analysis
This JesusCrypt 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 JesusCrypt.
Last updated: July 30, 2025