Ransomware Research

MarraCrypt Ransomware

MarraCrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
MarraCrypt
First Seen
February 1, 2020

How MarraCrypt Ransomware Works

File Encryption Patterns

MarraCrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..MARRA

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, MarraCrypt displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileMARRACRYPT_INFORMATION.HTML

Ransom message:

notes/MARRACRYPT_INFORMATION.HTML

Note locations:

EveryFolder

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with MarraCrypt ransomware:

  • svchosta.exe

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About This Analysis

This MarraCrypt 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 MarraCrypt.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

MarraCrypt Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio