Ransomware Research
FunkLocker Ransomware
FunkLocker is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on January 1, 2025, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: FunkSec.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- FunkLocker
- First Seen
- January 1, 2025
- Known Aliases
- FunkSec
How FunkLocker Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
https://app.any.run/tasks/85bc3339-7846-4238-8b6c-24262e40bbc5?p=67758930a20158c5b62602a9
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, FunkLocker displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
/^README-[a-zA-Z0-9]{10}\.md$/Ransom message:
notes/README-Vbov9gXMn5.md
Note locations:
DesktopLightningCrypt_Recover_Instructions.txtRansom message:
notes/_README_.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with FunkLocker ransomware:
dev.exe
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About This Analysis
This FunkLocker 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 FunkLocker.
Last updated: July 30, 2025