Ransomware Research
Hush Ransomware
Hush is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on March 1, 2025, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Hush
- First Seen
- March 1, 2025
How Hush Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Full extension -> .{E9CD8136-FDC6-2DEA-ECCA-6ED8EE59F446}.hush
File Encryption Patterns
Hush modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..hushRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Hush displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
README.TXTRansom message:
notes/README.TXT
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Hush ransomware:
cmd.exe
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About This Analysis
This Hush 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 Hush.
Last updated: July 30, 2025