Ransomware Research

CryptolockerEmulator Ransomware

CryptolockerEmulator is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
CryptolockerEmulator
First Seen
November 1, 2017

How CryptolockerEmulator Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Same filenames

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

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

message

Ransom message:

notes/note.txt

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with CryptolockerEmulator ransomware:

  • CryptolockerEmulator.exe
  • Cps.exe

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About This Analysis

This CryptolockerEmulator 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 CryptolockerEmulator.

Last updated: July 30, 2025