Ransomware Research
LockBox Ransomware
LockBox is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- LockBox
- First Seen
- August 1, 2017
How LockBox Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Requires C&C in TOR
File Encryption Patterns
LockBox modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..trevinomason1@mail.com.vsunitRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, LockBox displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
READ FOR HELP.txtRansom message:
notes/READ FOR HELP.txt
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with LockBox ransomware:
data.exesvchost.exe.nogopersonkey.exesp1.exesvchost.exe
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About This Analysis
This LockBox 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 LockBox.
Last updated: July 30, 2025