Ransomware Research
HardBit Ransomware
HardBit 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.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- HardBit
- First Seen
- February 1, 2020
How HardBit Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Full ransomware extension ->.[id-WSPDYOR4OG].[boos@keemail.me].hardbit Encrypts END of the files (+ encoded with base-64)
File Encryption Patterns
HardBit modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..hardbitRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, HardBit displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Help_me_for_Decrypt.htaRansom message:
notes/Help_me_for_Decrypt.hta
Note locations:
EveryFolderHow To Restore Your Files.txtRansom message:
notes/How To Restore Your Files.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/HARDBIT.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with HardBit ransomware:
32mBo84d.exestub.exe
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About This Analysis
This HardBit 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 HardBit.
Last updated: July 30, 2025