Ransomware Research

Recov Ransomware

Recov is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
Recov
First Seen
April 1, 2023

How Recov Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Full extension -> magic.mgc.[MJ-XO0246895731](Recoverifiles@gmail.com).Recov

File Encryption Patterns

Recov modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..Recov

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, Recov displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileDectryption-guide.txt

Ransom message:

notes/Dectryption-guide.txt

Note locations:

EveryFolder

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About This Analysis

This Recov 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 Recov.

Last updated: July 30, 2025