Ransomware Research
YourRansom Ransomware
YourRansom is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- YourRansom
- First Seen
- February 1, 2017
How YourRansom Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Encrypts first 0x200 bytes
File Encryption Patterns
YourRansom modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..youransom..guiRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, YourRansom displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
README.txtRansom message:
notes/README.txt
Note locations:
RansomPayloadStartFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with YourRansom ransomware:
YourRansom.exe2017.2.3-09.Ransom.YourRansom.exe
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About This Analysis
This YourRansom 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 YourRansom.
Last updated: July 30, 2025