Ransomware Research
Bettercallsaul Ransomware
Bettercallsaul is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on January 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Bettercallsaul
- First Seen
- January 1, 2023
How Bettercallsaul Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Bettercallsaul modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..bettercallsaulRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Bettercallsaul displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
DECRYPT_MY_FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/DECRYPT_MY_FILES.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/n51vfkaty.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Bettercallsaul ransomware:
BREAKINGBAD.exeYashma ransomware builder v1.2.exe
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About This Analysis
This Bettercallsaul 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 Bettercallsaul.
Last updated: July 30, 2025