Ransomware Research
GetYourFilesBack Ransomware
GetYourFilesBack is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Ncorbuk Py, Eduware.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- GetYourFilesBack
- First Seen
- August 1, 2021
- Known Aliases
- Ncorbuk PyEduware
How GetYourFilesBack Ransomware Works
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, GetYourFilesBack displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
EMAIL_ME.txtRansom message:
notes/EMAIL_ME.txt
Note locations:
DesktopRANSOM_NOTE.txtRansom message:
notes/RANSOM_NOTE.txt
Note locations:
TempTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with GetYourFilesBack ransomware:
Document.exe
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About This Analysis
This GetYourFilesBack 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 GetYourFilesBack.
Last updated: July 30, 2025