Ransomware Research
WonderCrypter Ransomware
WonderCrypter is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: YouGotHacked.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- WonderCrypter
- First Seen
- June 1, 2016
- Known Aliases
- YouGotHacked
How WonderCrypter Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
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File Encryption Patterns
WonderCrypter modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..h3llRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, WonderCrypter displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
YOUGOTHACKED.TXTRansom message:
notes/YOUGOTHACKED.TXT
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About This Analysis
This WonderCrypter 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 WonderCrypter.
Last updated: July 30, 2025