Ransomware Research
StormCry Ransomware
StormCry 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. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Stormous.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- StormCry
- First Seen
- April 1, 2024
- Known Aliases
- Stormous
How StormCry Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
StormCry modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..stormousRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, StormCry displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
readme.htmlRansom message:
notes/readme.html
Note locations:
Desktoppleas_readme@.txtRansom message:
notes/pleas_readme@.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with StormCry ransomware:
MicrosoftWallet.exe
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About This Analysis
This StormCry 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 StormCry.
Last updated: July 30, 2025