Ransomware Research
SuperCrypt Ransomware
SuperCrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2014, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- SuperCrypt
- First Seen
- October 1, 2014
How SuperCrypt Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
NOSAMPLE http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t/552801/new-supercrypt-ransomware-appears-to-be-distributed-via-hacked-terminal-services https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t/551979/supercrypt-ransomware-support-and-help-topic-how-to-decrypt-filestxt/
File Encryption Patterns
SuperCrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..SUPERCRYPTRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, SuperCrypt displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txt
Note locations:
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About This Analysis
This SuperCrypt 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 SuperCrypt.
Last updated: July 30, 2025