Ransomware Research
JiangLocker Ransomware
JiangLocker is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2022, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- JiangLocker
- First Seen
- September 1, 2022
How JiangLocker Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
JiangLocker modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..jiangRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, JiangLocker displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Read_For_Decryption.iniRansom message:
notes/Read_For_Decryption.ini
Note locations:
RootDiscsRansom message:
notes/Read_For_Decryption.ini
Note locations:
LoginRansom message:
notes/1.bmp
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with JiangLocker ransomware:
software.exedesktop.exe
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About This Analysis
This JiangLocker 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 JiangLocker.
Last updated: July 30, 2025