Ransomware Research

Harward Ransomware

Harward is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
Harward
First Seen
July 1, 2023

How Harward Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Full extension -> .EMAIL=[alvarodecrypt@gmail.com]ID=[908D28930971C614].harward

File Encryption Patterns

Harward modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..harward

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, Harward displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileFILE ENCRYPTED.txt

Ransom message:

notes/FILE ENCRYPTED.txt

Note locations:

EveryFolder

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with Harward ransomware:

  • file.exe

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About This Analysis

This Harward 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 Harward.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

Harward Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio