Ransomware Research
NetForceZ Ransomware
NetForceZ is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- NetForceZ
- First Seen
- July 1, 2024
How NetForceZ Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Written in GO Requieres C&C (telegram) https://tria.ge/240724-k7gezaybmq/behavioral2
File Encryption Patterns
NetForceZ modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..NetForceZRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, NetForceZ displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
ReadMe.txtRansom message:
notes/ReadMe.txt
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with NetForceZ ransomware:
PolarizedLaPute.exerghfuhgf.exe
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About This Analysis
This NetForceZ 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 NetForceZ.
Last updated: July 30, 2025