Kraken Cryptor Ransomware
- First seen
- 2018-08-01 00:00:00
- Malware type
- ransomware
- Family
- Malware family
- Profile updated
- 2026-07-07 13:42:50
Context
The Kraken Cryptor Ransomware is a newer ransomware that was released in August 2018. A new version, called Kraken Cryptor 1.5, was recently released that is masquerading as the legitimate SuperAntiSpyware anti-malware program in order to trick users into installing it.
Reports & references
- bleepingcomputer.com — Fallout Exploit Kit Now Installing The Kraken Cryptor Ransomware (report)
- bleepingcomputer.com — Kraken Cryptor Ransomware Masquerading As Superantispyware Security Program (report)
- twitter.com — 1059575186117328898 (report)
- bleepingcomputer.com — The Week In Ransomware November 9Th 2018 Mostly Dharma Variants (report)