Ransomware Research
Comrade HT Ransomware
Comrade HT is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Comrade HT
- First Seen
- October 1, 2017
How Comrade HT Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Requires C&C
File Encryption Patterns
Comrade HT modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..comradeRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Comrade HT displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
DECRYPT_FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/DECRYPT_FILES.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Comrade HT ransomware:
Windows Desktop.exe
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About This Analysis
This Comrade HT 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 Comrade HT.
Last updated: July 30, 2025