Ransomware Research
HC7 Ransomware
HC7 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: GOTYA.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- HC7
- First Seen
- November 1, 2017
- Known Aliases
- GOTYA
How HC7 Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Written in Python (PyInstaller) Requires parameter to start (key for encryption)
File Encryption Patterns
HC7 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..gotya..DS335..QUILT..PLANETARYRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, HC7 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
RECOVERY.TXTRansom message:
notes/RECOVERY.TXT
RECOVER.txtrecover_your_fies.txtRansom message:
notes/recover_your_fies.txt
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with HC7 ransomware:
209399010.binhc7.exe.bin1.exediskimagemounter.exebackupsvcp.exe.binbackupsvcp.exe
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About This Analysis
This HC7 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 HC7.
Last updated: July 30, 2025