Ransomware Research

Kampret Ransomware

Kampret is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
Kampret
First Seen
April 1, 2017

How Kampret Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Requires C&C to send encryption key

File Encryption Patterns

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

File extensions added after encryption:

..lockednikampret

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

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

fileREAD_ME.txt

Ransom message:

notes/READ_ME.txt

Note locations:

Desktop

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with Kampret ransomware:

  • hidden-tear.exe
  • FB_1.tmp.exe

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About This Analysis

This Kampret 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 Kampret.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

Kampret Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio