Ransomware Research
7h9r Ransomware
7h9r is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- 7h9r
- First Seen
- June 1, 2016
How 7h9r Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
7h9r modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..7h9rRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, 7h9r displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
README_.TXTRansom message:
notes/README_.TXT
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with 7h9r ransomware:
7h9r.exe7b.exev2.exeПлан.scr
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About This Analysis
This 7h9r 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 7h9r.
Last updated: July 30, 2025