Ransomware Research
KeyBTC-2016 Ransomware
KeyBTC-2016 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on January 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- KeyBTC-2016
- First Seen
- January 1, 2016
How KeyBTC-2016 Ransomware Works
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, KeyBTC-2016 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
DECRYPT_YOUR_FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/DECRYPT_YOUR_FILES.txt
Note locations:
DesktopRecovery and Decryption Tools
Good news! Decryption tools are available for KeyBTC-2016 ransomware:
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About This Analysis
This KeyBTC-2016 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 KeyBTC-2016.
Last updated: July 30, 2025