Ransomware Research

WhiteBlackCrypt Ransomware

WhiteBlackCrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Encrpt3d.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
WhiteBlackCrypt
First Seen
April 1, 2021
Known Aliases
Encrpt3d

How WhiteBlackCrypt Ransomware Works

File Encryption Patterns

WhiteBlackCrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..encrpt3d

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, WhiteBlackCrypt displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

message

Ransom message:

notes/note.txt

Note locations:

OnceOnCompletion

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with WhiteBlackCrypt ransomware:

  • CheckServiceD.exe
  • banner.exe

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About This Analysis

This WhiteBlackCrypt 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 WhiteBlackCrypt.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

WhiteBlackCrypt Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio