Ransomware Research

AstraLocker Ransomware

AstraLocker is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
AstraLocker
First Seen
August 1, 2021

How AstraLocker Ransomware Works

File Encryption Patterns

AstraLocker modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

./\.[0-9a-z]{4}$/

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, AstraLocker displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileRecover_Files.txt

Ransom message:

notes/Recover_Files.txt

Note locations:

EveryFolder

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with AstraLocker ransomware:

  • Astra.exe
  • System64.exe

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About This Analysis

This AstraLocker 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 AstraLocker.

Last updated: July 30, 2025