Ransomware Research
Xorist-Mcrypt2019 Ransomware
Xorist-Mcrypt2019 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Xorist-Mcrypt2019
- First Seen
- July 1, 2019
How Xorist-Mcrypt2019 Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Encrypts 1812 kb Skips 18 bytes header https://app.any.run/tasks/b490b1ce-fea4-4371-b427-078ec64a11a1/
File Encryption Patterns
Xorist-Mcrypt2019 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..exeRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Xorist-Mcrypt2019 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW-TO-DECRYPT-FILES.HTMRansom message:
notes/HOW-TO-DECRYPT-FILES.HTM
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Xorist-Mcrypt2019 ransomware:
Bho61CXU8if3yfw.exea.exe
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About This Analysis
This Xorist-Mcrypt2019 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 Xorist-Mcrypt2019.
Last updated: July 30, 2025