Ransomware Research
Hawk Eye Ransomware
Hawk Eye is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Hawk Eye
- First Seen
- August 1, 2024
How Hawk Eye Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Hawk Eye modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
./\.[0-9a-z]{4}$/Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Hawk Eye displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
read_it.txtRansom message:
notes/read_it.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderRansom message:
notes/99xyhvi9i.jpg
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Hawk Eye ransomware:
Your_personal_data.exeYour_personal_data.pdf.exe
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About This Analysis
This Hawk Eye 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 Hawk Eye.
Last updated: July 30, 2025