Ransomware Research
Alma Locker Ransomware
Alma Locker is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Alma Locker
- First Seen
- August 1, 2016
How Alma Locker Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-alma-locker-ransomware-being-distributed-via-the-rig-exploit-kit/ https://www.phishlabs.com/blog/alma-ransomware-analysis-of-a-new-ransomware-threat-and-a-decrypter/ Requires C&C (can be launched with FakeNetNG)
File Encryption Patterns
Alma Locker modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
./\.[a-z0-9]{4,6}$/Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Alma Locker displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
/^Unlock_files_[a-z0-9]{4,6}\.txt$/Ransom message:
notes/Unlock_files_a5zfn.txt
Note locations:
RootDiscsUserFolders/^Unlock_files_[a-z0-9]{4,6}\.html$/Ransom message:
notes/Unlock_files_pigy.html
Note locations:
RootDiscsUserFoldersTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Alma Locker ransomware:
syncli.exealmaRansom_92f8a916975363a371354b10070ab3e9.exealma_locker1.exeAlma Ransomware.exe
Elastio Can Help You
Don't let Alma Locker ransomware take over your data
Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery solutions to keep your organization safe.
About This Analysis
This Alma Locker 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 Alma Locker.
Last updated: July 30, 2025