Ransomware Research
MorrisBatchCrypt Ransomware
MorrisBatchCrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: MorrisBAT.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- MorrisBatchCrypt
- First Seen
- June 1, 2019
- Known Aliases
- MorrisBAT
How MorrisBatchCrypt Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
NOSAMPLE https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t/700030/morrisbatchcrypt-ransomware-files-renamed-to-email/
File Encryption Patterns
MorrisBatchCrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..info@morris2uk.com..bin.info@morris2uk.comRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, MorrisBatchCrypt displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
help to decrypt.htmlRansom message:
notes/help to decrypt.html
Note locations:
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About This Analysis
This MorrisBatchCrypt 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 MorrisBatchCrypt.
Last updated: July 30, 2025