Ransomware Research
GottaCry Ransomware
GottaCry is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- GottaCry
- First Seen
- May 1, 2019
How GottaCry Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Fake Ransomware, doesn't encrypt files
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, GottaCry displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
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Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with GottaCry ransomware:
GottaCry.exe
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About This Analysis
This GottaCry 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 GottaCry.
Last updated: July 30, 2025