Ransomware Research
ZariqaCrypt Ransomware
ZariqaCrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- ZariqaCrypt
- First Seen
- August 1, 2018
How ZariqaCrypt Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
NOSAMPLE https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t/682594/zariqacrypt-ransomware-support-topic-crypt-decrypttxt/#entry4514133
File Encryption Patterns
ZariqaCrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..cryptRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, ZariqaCrypt displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
DECRYPT.txtRansom message:
notes/DECRYPT.txt
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About This Analysis
This ZariqaCrypt 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 ZariqaCrypt.
Last updated: July 30, 2025