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