Ransomware Research
PencilCry Ransomware
PencilCry is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- PencilCry
- First Seen
- November 1, 2021
How PencilCry Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
d646872b95f5c12e398233dbd616f3542ed450281f0bd306a5462ac7abe24633 -> MSI file 77ec792277dc21124e9db5776d3a36a4a65edc1f8d2ab5b0a7af19db051e4381 needs dll from MSI
File Encryption Patterns
PencilCry modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..pencilcryRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, PencilCry displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with PencilCry ransomware:
PencilCry.exePencil Cry - Setup.msi
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About This Analysis
This PencilCry 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 PencilCry.
Last updated: July 30, 2025