Ransomware Research
ShkolotaCrypt Ransomware
ShkolotaCrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- ShkolotaCrypt
- First Seen
- May 1, 2019
How ShkolotaCrypt Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Modular malware Contains some checks in registry
File Encryption Patterns
ShkolotaCrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..cryptedRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, ShkolotaCrypt displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
ПРОЧТИ МЕНЯ!!!Note locations:
DesktopREADME!!!Ransom message:
notes/README!!!
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with ShkolotaCrypt ransomware:
updater.exeupdater.binЗадание.exeadobeHelp.exeAdobeHelp.exeadobehelp.exeadobeUpdater.exeadobeupdater.exeAdobeUpdater.exeAdobeUpdatеr.exe1.exe
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About This Analysis
This ShkolotaCrypt 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 ShkolotaCrypt.
Last updated: July 30, 2025