Ransomware Research
Kafan Ransomware
Kafan is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Kafan
- First Seen
- April 1, 2023
How Kafan Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Written in Puython 3.10-3.11 (PyInstaller)
File Encryption Patterns
Kafan modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..kafanRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Kafan displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
help_you.txtRansom message:
notes/help_you.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Kafan ransomware:
kf13.exe
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About This Analysis
This Kafan 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 Kafan.
Last updated: July 30, 2025