Ransomware Research
GPGQwerty Ransomware
GPGQwerty is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Qwerty.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- GPGQwerty
- First Seen
- February 1, 2018
- Known Aliases
- Qwerty
How GPGQwerty Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/qwerty-ransomware-utilizes-gnupg-to-encrypt-a-victims-files/ https://www.4hou.com/posts/83yg https://m.freebuf.com/articles/system/166284.html
File Encryption Patterns
GPGQwerty modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..qwertyRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, GPGQwerty displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
README_DECRYPT.txtRansom message:
notes/README_DECRYPT.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with GPGQwerty ransomware:
fb2b30a52d25a06709106e34be2d5279.f5.exe
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About This Analysis
This GPGQwerty 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 GPGQwerty.
Last updated: July 30, 2025