Ransomware Research
Rogue HT Ransomware
Rogue HT is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Rogue HT
- First Seen
- April 1, 2020
How Rogue HT Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Rogue HT modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..rogueRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Rogue HT displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
READ_IT.txtRansom message:
notes/READ_IT.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Rogue HT ransomware:
compito italiano.doc.exeSystem.CodeDom.dllAttachment.exe123.exe
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About This Analysis
This Rogue HT 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 Rogue HT.
Last updated: July 30, 2025