Ransomware Research
Goofed HT Ransomware
Goofed HT is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Goofed HT
- First Seen
- November 1, 2017
How Goofed HT Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Current sample encrypts test directory only on the Desktop
File Encryption Patterns
Goofed HT modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..goofedRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Goofed HT displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
YOU_DONE_GOOFED.txtRansom message:
notes/YOU_DONE_GOOFED.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Goofed HT ransomware:
hidden-tear.exe
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About This Analysis
This Goofed HT 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 Goofed HT.
Last updated: July 30, 2025