Ransomware Research
Google Ransomware
Google is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- First Seen
- February 1, 2023
How Google Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
https://www.joesandbox.com/analysis/813902/0/html btc from ransom note is invalid -> 17CqMQFeuB3NTzJ2X28tfRmWaPyP
File Encryption Patterns
Google modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..googleRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Google displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
read_it.txtRansom message:
notes/read_it.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Google ransomware:
google.exesvchost.exegooogle?stel.exe
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About This Analysis
This Google 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 Google.
Last updated: July 30, 2025