Ransomware Research

ChineseRarypt Ransomware

ChineseRarypt 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. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: ChineseRarypt "Fake GlobeImposter".

Quick facts

Ransomware Family
ChineseRarypt
First Seen
July 1, 2019
Known Aliases
ChineseRarypt "Fake GlobeImposter"

How ChineseRarypt ransomware works

File encryption patterns

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

Extensions added after encryption
./^Decryptcn@protonmail\.ch\w+\.[0-9]+tiger88818$/

Ransom note and payment demands

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

fileHOW_TO_BACK_YOUR_FILES.txt
notes/HOW_TO_BACK_YOUR_FILES.txt
Location: Desktop

Technical indicators

Associated executable files

The following executable files are associated with ChineseRarypt ransomware:

About this analysis

This ChineseRarypt ransomware analysis is part of Elastio's comprehensive ransomware detection database. Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery, helping organizations defend against and recover from ransomware attacks like ChineseRarypt.

Last updated: December 30, 2025

Detection coverage

Elastio detects ChineseRarypt inside your data and backups.

The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify ChineseRarypt across live data, replicated data, and backups. If this family is in your environment, Elastio finds it before encryption completes. Run a scan against your recovery points to confirm.

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