CryptoLuck
- First seen
- 2016-10-01 00:00:00
- Malware type
- ransomware
- Family
- Malware family
- Profile updated
- 2026-07-07 13:30:29
Targeted industries: financial-services healthcare-and-pharmaceutical technology-and-telecommunications
Context
CryptoLuck is a type of ransomware that encrypts the victim's files and demands a payment for decryption. It typically spreads through malicious email attachments and software exploits, primarily targeting organizations in various sectors.
Detection coverage
- 1 YARA rules
Detection rules
- MALPEDIA_Win_Cryptoluck_Auto (yara-rule)
Reports & references
- bleepingcomputer.com — Cryptoluck Ransomware Being Malvertised Via Rig E Exploit Kits (report)
- malpedia.caad.fkie.fraunhofer.de — Win.Cryptoluck (report)