._CRYPT File

File extension: _CRYPT

File type: Encrypted Document

Do you have _CRYPT - related issues?
First check your registry for hidden errors.

Notes about the _CRYPT file extension:

Errors in your registry are one of the common causes for incorrect file associations on your windows system. It is highly recommended that you check your registry for file association errors (will also check for any other registry errors).

The _CRYPT file type is primarily associated with 'Virus.Win32.Gpcode.ak'. Gpcode.ak encrypts files with various extensions including, but not limited, to .doc, .txt, .pdf, .xls, .jpg, .png, .cpp, .h and more using an RSA encryption algorithm with a 1024-bit key. After Gpcode.ak encrypts files on the victim machine it changes the extension of these files to ._CRYPT and places a text file named !_READ_ME_!.txt in the same folder. In the text file the criminal tells the victims that the file has been encrypted and offers to sell them a decryptor. Anti-virus companies suggest that you NOT turn the infected computer off and that they be contacted using another computer to assist you in an attempted decryption.

Detailed information for file extension _CRYPT:

Primary association: Virus.Win32.Gpcode.ak

Related links: Kaspersky Lab Gpcode.ak Article

Important: When encountering any file extension issues it is always recommended that you run a free scan for Windows registry errors.

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