Ransomware Research
Gomasom Ransomware
Gomasom is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Gomasom
- First Seen
- May 1, 2016
How Gomasom Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
NOSAMPLE Full extension -> !___prosschiff@gmail.com_.crypt
File Encryption Patterns
Gomasom modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..cryptRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Gomasom displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
de_crypt_readme.txtRecovery and Decryption Tools
Good news! Decryption tools are available for Gomasom ransomware:
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About This Analysis
This Gomasom 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 Gomasom.
Last updated: July 30, 2025