.WNCRYT File Extension

WannaCry Ransomware Encrypted File

The encryption process produces WNCRYT files. The WNCRYT files are temporary, eventually replaced by WNCRY files. WNCRYT decryption tools exist but do not work reliably. Restore files by system restor...

General Information

Title WNCRYT File Extension
Extension .wncryt
Full Form WannaCry Ransomware Encrypted File
File Type Ransomware Encrypted File
Developer Cybercriminals
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Data storage
Additional Functions Hostage data, Ransom demand
Features Encrypted, Altered filename

File Characteristics

Quality Encrypted content
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable No

Use Cases

Data Recovery Limited
Forensic Analysis Yes
Security Training Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Data loss, Privacy breach
Best Practices Regular backups, Anti-malware

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release May 2017
Latest Version N/A

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .wncry, .crypt, .crypz

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Ransomware Decryptor N/A Varies
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