Ransomware Research

G-Stars Ransomware

G-Stars 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
G-Stars
First Seen
January 1, 2023

How G-Stars Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Full extension -> .[20D6572E].G-Stars

File Encryption Patterns

G-Stars modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..G-Stars

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, G-Stars displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileWE CAN RECOVER YOUR DATA.txt

Ransom message:

notes/WE CAN RECOVER YOUR DATA.txt

Note locations:

EveryFolder

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with G-Stars ransomware:

  • veoumuwn.exe
  • eqvethyt.exe
  • shmfjgai.exe
  • osvmlops.exe

Elastio Can Help You

Don't let G-Stars ransomware take over your data

Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery solutions to keep your organization safe.

About This Analysis

This G-Stars 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 G-Stars.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

G-Stars Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio