Ransomware Research
AgeLocker Ransomware
AgeLocker is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- AgeLocker
- First Seen
- November 1, 2020
How AgeLocker Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
for Linux (QNAP) Age = opensource encryption tool https://github.com/FiloSottile/age
File Encryption Patterns
AgeLocker modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..sthd2..OU..kmd..hz..D4Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, AgeLocker displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
DECRYPT_MY_FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/DECRYPT_MY_FILES.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderHOW_TO_RESTORE_FILES.txtTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with AgeLocker ransomware:
kmdlocker
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About This Analysis
This AgeLocker 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 AgeLocker.
Last updated: July 30, 2025