Ransomware Research
GhostLocker 2.0 Ransomware
GhostLocker 2.0 is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2023, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- GhostLocker 2.0
- First Seen
- November 1, 2023
How GhostLocker 2.0 Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Very long delay before encryption
File Encryption Patterns
GhostLocker 2.0 modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..ghostRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, GhostLocker 2.0 displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
RansomNote.htmlRansom message:
notes/RansomNote.html
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with GhostLocker 2.0 ransomware:
qCjSIzgTycC9WKT4KfnzGoXbAB4udBU7.exe
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About This Analysis
This GhostLocker 2.0 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 GhostLocker 2.0.
Last updated: July 30, 2025