Cry9 Ransomware
Cry9 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: Cry128.
Quick facts
How Cry9 ransomware works
File encryption patterns
Cry9 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
Technical indicators
Associated executable files
The following executable files are associated with Cry9 ransomware:
- 通信
- 通信.EXE
Recovery and decryption tools
Decryption tools may be available for Cry9. Review the resources below:
About this analysis
This Cry9 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 Cry9.
Last updated: December 30, 2025
Elastio detects Cry9 inside your data and backups.
The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify Cry9 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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