Ransomware Research
KarmaCypher Ransomware
KarmaCypher is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Karma Cypher, KARMA_V2.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- KarmaCypher
- First Seen
- July 1, 2021
- Known Aliases
- Karma CypherKARMA_V2
How KarmaCypher Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
KarmaCypher modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..KARMA..KARMA_V2..KARMANKARansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, KarmaCypher displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
KARMA-ENCRYPTED.txtRansom message:
notes/KARMA-ENCRYPTED.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderKARMA-AGREE.txtRansom message:
notes/KARMA-AGREE.txt
Note locations:
RootDirectoryKARMA_V2-ENCRYPTED.txtRansom message:
notes/KARMA_V2-ENCRYPTED.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderKARMANKA-CYPHEREDDD.txtRansom message:
notes/KARMANKA-CYPHEREDDD.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with KarmaCypher ransomware:
290553.exeMRKM1708.exe
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About This Analysis
This KarmaCypher 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 KarmaCypher.
Last updated: July 30, 2025