Cry128 Ransomware
Cry128 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: X3M : Next Variation.
Quick facts
Ransom note and payment demands
After encrypting files, Cry128 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
notes/DECRYPT MY FILE.txt
About this analysis
This Cry128 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 Cry128.
Last updated: December 30, 2025
Elastio detects Cry128 inside your data and backups.
The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify Cry128 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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