Ransomware Research
Godsomware Ransomware
Godsomware is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Godsomware v1.0, God Crypt v1.0.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Godsomware
- First Seen
- September 1, 2018
- Known Aliases
- Godsomware v1.0God Crypt v1.0
How Godsomware Ransomware Works
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Godsomware displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Godsomware ransomware:
Godsomware.exe
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About This Analysis
This Godsomware 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 Godsomware.
Last updated: July 30, 2025