Ransomware Research
Hucky Ransomware
Hucky is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Hungarian Locky.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Hucky
- First Seen
- October 1, 2016
- Known Aliases
- Hungarian Locky
How Hucky Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
Hucky modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..lockyRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Hucky displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
_Adatok_visszaallitasahoz_utasitasok.txtRansom message:
notes/_Adatok_visszaallitasahoz_utasitasok.txt
_locky_recover_instructions.txtRansom message:
notes/_locky_recover_instructions.txt
Note locations:
EveryFolderTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Hucky ransomware:
turul.exesemmi.exe
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About This Analysis
This Hucky 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 Hucky.
Last updated: July 30, 2025