Ransomware Research
PshCrypt Ransomware
PshCrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- PshCrypt
- First Seen
- April 1, 2017
How PshCrypt Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Slow encryption
File Encryption Patterns
PshCrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..pshRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, PshCrypt 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 PshCrypt ransomware:
XExplorer.exe
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About This Analysis
This PshCrypt 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 PshCrypt.
Last updated: July 30, 2025