Ransomware Research

AstraLocker 2 Ransomware

AstraLocker 2 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on March 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
AstraLocker 2
First Seen
March 1, 2023

How AstraLocker 2 Ransomware Works

File Encryption Patterns

AstraLocker 2 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

...hacked

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, AstraLocker 2 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileRestore_Files.html

Ransom message:

notes/Restore_Files.html

Note locations:

EveryFolder

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with AstraLocker 2 ransomware:

  • Astralocker2.0.exe
  • AstraApp.exe
  • svchost.exe

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About This Analysis

This AstraLocker 2 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 2.

Last updated: October 30, 2025