Ransomware Research
Hunters Ransomware
Hunters is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2025, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Hunters
- First Seen
- February 1, 2025
How Hunters Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Hunters modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
...Remember_you_got_only_36_hours_to_make_the_payment_if_you_dont_pay_prize_will_triple_hunters_RansomwareRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Hunters displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/HOW TO DECRYPT FILES.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Hunters ransomware:
2AutCW1Xa9PE5G2.exe
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About This Analysis
This Hunters 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 Hunters.
Last updated: July 30, 2025