Ransomware Research

LockLock Ransomware

LockLock is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on September 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
LockLock
First Seen
September 1, 2016

How LockLock Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

NOSAMPLE http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/forums/t/626750/locklock-ransomware-locklock-help-support

File Encryption Patterns

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

File extensions added after encryption:

..locklock

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About This Analysis

This LockLock 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 LockLock.

Last updated: July 30, 2025