Ransomware Research
Khronos Ransomware
Khronos is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Khronos
- First Seen
- July 1, 2023
How Khronos Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Khronos modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..khronosRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Khronos displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
info.htaRansom message:
notes/info.hta
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Khronos ransomware:
KMSPico.exesvchost.exe
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About This Analysis
This Khronos 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 Khronos.
Last updated: July 30, 2025