Ransomware Research
Gank Ransomware
Gank is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Gank
- First Seen
- June 1, 2017
How Gank Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
https://app.any.run/tasks/85bc3339-7846-4238-8b6c-24262e40bbc5?p=67758930a20158c5b62602a9
File Encryption Patterns
Gank modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..gankLockedRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Gank displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
READ_ME_ASAP.txtRansom message:
notes/READ_ME_ASAP.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Gank ransomware:
gank_ransom.exe
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About This Analysis
This Gank 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 Gank.
Last updated: July 30, 2025