Ransomware Research

LeakerLocker Ransomware

LeakerLocker is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: LeakerLocker Mobile.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
LeakerLocker
First Seen
April 1, 2017
Known Aliases
LeakerLocker Mobile

How LeakerLocker Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

For Android

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, LeakerLocker displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileRansome Note.txt

Ransom message:

notes/note.txt

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with LeakerLocker ransomware:

  • com.forcemellostudio.blurwallpaperfree.apk
  • 223216214.apk
  • Wallpapers Blur HD_v1.8_apkpure.com.apk
  • 3.apk
  • com.forcemellostudio.blurwallpaperfree-1.8-apk.plus.apk
  • com.robocleansoft.boostvscleanapp_0.5.apk

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About This Analysis

This LeakerLocker 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 LeakerLocker.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

LeakerLocker Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio