Ransomware Research
Interlock Ransomware
Interlock is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Interlock Extortion Group.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Interlock
- First Seen
- September 1, 2024
- Known Aliases
- Interlock Extortion Group
How Interlock Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
For Linux
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Interlock displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
!__README__! 1.txtRansom message:
notes/!__README__! 1.txt
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Interlock ransomware:
7ff6c1d70000.xxtlz.exe7ff6c1d70000.xxtlz.asd.exe7ffbfc130000.conhost2.dll.exe7ffbfc130000.conhost2.dllstart.old
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About This Analysis
This Interlock 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 Interlock.
Last updated: July 30, 2025