Ransomware Research
QkG Ransomware
QkG 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.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- QkG
- First Seen
- November 1, 2017
How QkG Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Encrypts only Office documents A ransom note is added to the content of the document.
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, QkG 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 QkG ransomware:
Tuyen bo chung Viet Nam - Hoa Ky - Infected and EnCrypted.doc5 Rules for Snort.docTuyen bo chung Viet Nam - Hoa Ky - Infected.doc
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About This Analysis
This QkG 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 QkG.
Last updated: July 30, 2025