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SpartCrypt Ransomware
SpartCrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: SpartCrypt, SpartCript.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- SpartCrypt
- First Seen
- November 1, 2019
- Known Aliases
- SpartCryptSpartCript
How SpartCrypt Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
SpartCrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..Encrypted
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, SpartCrypt displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
How_To_Restore_Your_Files.txt
Ransom message:
notes/How_To_Restore_Your_Files.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolder
info.hta
Ransom message:
notes/info.hta
Note locations:
EveryFolder
SINFO.txt
Ransom message:
notes/SINFO.txt
Note locations:
Temp
@_HOW_TO_RESTORE_YOUR_FILES.txt
Ransom message:
notes/@_HOW_TO_RESTORE_YOUR_FILES.txt
Note locations:
Desktop
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with SpartCrypt ransomware:
Spart_E.exe
spart_protected.exe
Recovery and Decryption Tools
Good news! Decryption tools are available for SpartCrypt ransomware:
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About This Analysis
This SpartCrypt 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 SpartCrypt.
Last updated: July 30, 2025