Filecoder.GP Ransomware
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| Popularity Rank: | 22,479 |
| Threat Level: | 100 % (High) |
| First Seen: | May 29, 2023 |
| Last Seen: | August 31, 2026 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
Filecoder.GP Ransomware is a dangerous file-encrypting threat that targets Windows computers. Once it infiltrates a system, it is designed to lock away a victim's personal files and then demand payment for their release. With a danger level rated at the very top of the scale, Filecoder.GP represents one of the most destructive categories of malware a home or business user can encounter.
Table of Contents
What Filecoder.GP Ransomware Does
Like other members of the ransomware family, Filecoder.GP is built to scan an infected computer for valuable data — documents, photos, images, PDFs, spreadsheets, Microsoft Office files, and many other common file types — and then encrypt them using a cryptographic algorithm. Once encryption is complete, the affected files become unusable, and victims are typically presented with a ransom note instructing them on how to pay the attackers in exchange for a decryption key or tool.
In many ransomware cases, the malware may also interfere with normal system use, such as blocking access to the desktop or restricting certain system functions, to pressure victims into complying with the ransom demand. It is important to understand that paying the ransom does not guarantee that files will actually be restored, and doing so only funds further criminal activity.
How It Usually Gets onto Computers
Ransomware threats like Filecoder.GP commonly spread through a combination of deceptive tactics. These typically include spam email campaigns carrying infected attachments or malicious links, fake software updates, cracked or pirated software downloads, malvertising, and exploitation of unpatched security vulnerabilities in operating systems or installed applications. Some variants may also be dropped by other malware already present on a system, or spread through unsecured remote desktop connections. Because the executable file associated with this threat does not carry a valid digital signature, it can be harder for inexperienced users to distinguish it from legitimate software before it runs.
Risks for the User
The consequences of a Filecoder.GP infection can be severe. Encrypted files may become permanently inaccessible if no backup exists and no reliable decryption method is available. Victims face potential financial loss if they choose to pay the ransom, with no guarantee of recovering their data. There is also the risk of secondary infections, since systems compromised by ransomware may have been exposed to other malicious payloads or vulnerabilities that attackers exploited to gain access in the first place. For businesses, an infection like this can mean significant downtime, loss of productivity, and damage to sensitive or confidential data.
Signs of Infection
Common indicators of a ransomware infection like Filecoder.GP include files that suddenly cannot be opened, unusual file extensions appended to familiar documents and images, the sudden appearance of ransom note files on the desktop or within folders, and noticeably slower system performance as the encryption process runs in the background. Users may also find that their desktop background has been changed or that certain system functions have become restricted or blocked entirely.
How to Stay Protected
To reduce the risk of falling victim to ransomware like Filecoder.GP, users should keep their operating system and all installed software fully updated, avoid opening email attachments or clicking links from unknown or suspicious senders, and refrain from downloading pirated software or cracks from untrusted sources. Maintaining regular, offline backups of important files is one of the most effective defenses, as it allows for data recovery without needing to negotiate with attackers. Running reputable, up-to-date anti-malware protection and exercising caution with unfamiliar downloads and remote access tools can also significantly lower the chances of infection.
Analysis Report
General information
| Family Name: | Filecoder.GP Ransomware |
|---|---|
| Signature status: | No Signature |
Known Samples
Known Samples
This section lists other file samples believed to be associated with this family.|
MD5:
64ba51b5af839ca89c54480941d6f594
SHA1:
561226612fcf6ffe72aa02fceb3f0a7cc40918fe
SHA256:
725C5FB86B71D393A4FBECC839DE79D4C9618E9566603959F976D08C6D98DEA2
File Size:
7.08 MB, 7079936 bytes
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Windows Portable Executable Attributes
- File doesn't have "Rich" header
- File doesn't have security information
- File has exports table
- File has TLS information
- File is 64-bit executable
- File is either console or GUI application
- File is GUI application (IMAGE_SUBSYSTEM_WINDOWS_GUI)
- File is Native application (NOT .NET application)
- File is not packed
- IMAGE_FILE_DLL is not set inside PE header (Executable)
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- IMAGE_FILE_EXECUTABLE_IMAGE is set inside PE header (Executable Image)
File Icons
File Icons
This section displays icon resources found within family samples. Malware often replicates icons commonly associated with legitimate software to mislead users into believing the malware is safe.
Windows PE Version Information
Windows PE Version Information
This section displays values and attributes that have been set in the Windows file version information data structure for samples within this family. To mislead users, malware actors often add fake version information mimicking legitimate software.| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| File Version | 177.0.0.0 |
| Internal Name | 挂机源码 |
| Legal Copyright | Toom(C) 版权所有 |
| Original Filename | 挂机源码.exe |
| Product Name | Toom |
| Product Version | 177.0.0.0 |
File Traits
- fptable
- HighEntropy
- imgui
- x64
Block Information
Block Information
During analysis, EnigmaSoft breaks file samples into logical blocks for classification and comparison with other samples. Blocks can be used to generate malware detection rules and to group file samples into families based on shared source code, functionality and other distinguishing attributes and characteristics. This section lists a summary of this block data, as well as its classification by EnigmaSoft. A visual representation of the block data is also displayed, where available.| Total Blocks: | 14,164 |
|---|---|
| Potentially Malicious Blocks: | 219 |
| Whitelisted Blocks: | 12,352 |
| Unknown Blocks: | 1,593 |
Visual Map
... Data truncated? - Unknown Block
x - Potentially Malicious Block
