Ransomware Research
BitLocker Ransomware
BitLocker is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2015, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- BitLocker
- First Seen
- September 1, 2015
How BitLocker Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
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Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, BitLocker displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
PLEASE READ.txtRansom message:
notes/PLEASE READ.txt
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About This Analysis
This BitLocker 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 BitLocker.
Last updated: July 30, 2025