Ransomware Research
DarkN1ght Ransomware
DarkN1ght is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on December 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- DarkN1ght
- First Seen
- December 1, 2024
How DarkN1ght Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
DarkN1ght modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
./\.[0-9a-z]{4}$/Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, DarkN1ght displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
read_it.txtRansom message:
notes/read_it.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/d8y5y07zn.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with DarkN1ght ransomware:
Darknight.exesvchost.exeuayrgz.exe
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About This Analysis
This DarkN1ght 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 DarkN1ght.
Last updated: July 30, 2025