Crypt130 Ransomware
Crypt130 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2022, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Crypt130 Scareware.
Quick facts
How Crypt130 ransomware works
File encryption patterns
Crypt130 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
Ransom note and payment demands
After encrypting files, Crypt130 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
notes/note.txt
Technical indicators
Associated executable files
The following executable files are associated with Crypt130 ransomware:
- c.exe
- Ransomware.Crypt130
- Discord Image Loger.exe
About this analysis
This Crypt130 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 Crypt130.
Last updated: December 30, 2025
Elastio detects Crypt130 inside your data and backups.
The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify Crypt130 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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