Ransomware Research
Rincrypt Ransomware
Rincrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Rincrypt
- First Seen
- April 1, 2024
How Rincrypt Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Rincrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..rincryptRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Rincrypt displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
READ THIS.txtRansom message:
notes/READ THIS.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Rincrypt ransomware:
testencrypts.exeEncrypts.exe
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About This Analysis
This Rincrypt 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 Rincrypt.
Last updated: July 30, 2025