Ransomware Research
Marnet Ransomware
Marnet is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on January 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Marnet
- First Seen
- January 1, 2023
How Marnet Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Marnet modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..marnet2Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Marnet displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
how_to_back_files.htmlRansom message:
notes/how_to_back_files.html
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Marnet ransomware:
MN2.exesvhost.exe
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About This Analysis
This Marnet 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 Marnet.
Last updated: July 30, 2025