Ransomware Research

EyLamo Ransomware

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

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
EyLamo
First Seen
June 1, 2017

How EyLamo Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Requires C&C

File Encryption Patterns

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

File extensions added after encryption:

..lamo

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

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

fileREAD_IT.txt

Ransom message:

notes/READ_IT.txt

Note locations:

Desktop
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Ransom message:

notes/HHK0Htq.png

Note locations:

Desktop

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with EyLamo ransomware:

  • hidden-tear.exe
  • EyLamo.exe

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About This Analysis

This EyLamo 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 EyLamo.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

EyLamo Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio