Ransomware Research
BestChangeRu Ransomware
BestChangeRu is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- BestChangeRu
- First Seen
- February 1, 2019
How BestChangeRu Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
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Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, BestChangeRu displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
инструкция по оплате.txtRansom message:
notes/инструкция по оплате.txt
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About This Analysis
This BestChangeRu ransomware analysis is part of Elastio's comprehensive ransomware detection database. Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery solutions, helping organizations defend against and recover from ransomware attacks like BestChangeRu.
Last updated: July 30, 2025