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