Ransomware Research
DeathHiddenTear Ransomware
DeathHiddenTear is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Large&Small HT.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- DeathHiddenTear
- First Seen
- February 1, 2020
- Known Aliases
- Large&Small HT
How DeathHiddenTear Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Doesn't encrypt C drive
File Encryption Patterns
DeathHiddenTear modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..encryptedS..encryptedL..encRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, DeathHiddenTear displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Decrypt Instructions.txtRansom message:
notes/Decrypt Instructions.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with DeathHiddenTear ransomware:
ssvchost.exeDeathHiddenTear.exenc.exe
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About This Analysis
This DeathHiddenTear 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 DeathHiddenTear.
Last updated: July 30, 2025