Ransomware Research
Got Ransomware
Got is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Got
- First Seen
- September 1, 2023
How Got Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Got modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..GotRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Got displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionRansom message:
notes/pbdfgijlmopbcdfg.bmp
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Got ransomware:
N9p3QFY6373GvSB.exe
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About This Analysis
This Got 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 Got.
Last updated: July 30, 2025