Ransomware Research

Govcrypt Ransomware

Govcrypt is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2025, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
Govcrypt
First Seen
May 1, 2025

How Govcrypt Ransomware Works

File Encryption Patterns

Govcrypt modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..govcrypt

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, Govcrypt displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileread_it.txt

Ransom message:

notes/read_it.txt

Note locations:

EveryFolder
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Ransom message:

notes/3hzvwgzz7.jpg

Note locations:

Desktop

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with Govcrypt ransomware:

  • svchostt.exe
  • svchost.exe

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About This Analysis

This Govcrypt 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 Govcrypt.

Last updated: July 30, 2025