Ransomware Research

LLTP Ransomware

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

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
LLTP
First Seen
March 1, 2017
Known Aliases
LLTP

How LLTP Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Encoded filenames with base64 Encrypst first 0x400 bytes

File Encryption Patterns

LLTP modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..ENCRYPTED_BY_LLTPp..ENCRYPTED_BY_LLTP

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

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

fileLEAME.txt

Ransom message:

notes/LEAME.txt

Note locations:

Desktop

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with LLTP ransomware:

  • LLTP.exe
  • LLTP3.5.exe
  • NEW_RANSOMWARE_LLTP
  • NEW_RANSOMWARE_LLTP (2)

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About This Analysis

This LLTP 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 LLTP.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

LLTP Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio