Ransomware Research
PaySafeGen Ransomware
PaySafeGen is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: PaySafeGen (German).
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- PaySafeGen
- First Seen
- November 1, 2016
- Known Aliases
- PaySafeGen (German)
How PaySafeGen Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Document.docx -> Document.cry_docx
File Encryption Patterns
PaySafeGen modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..cry_Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, PaySafeGen displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with PaySafeGen ransomware:
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About This Analysis
This PaySafeGen 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 PaySafeGen.
Last updated: July 30, 2025