Ransomware Research

LolKek Ransomware

LolKek is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on June 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
LolKek
First Seen
June 1, 2020

How LolKek Ransomware Works

File Encryption Patterns

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

File extensions added after encryption:

..lolkek

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

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

fileLOLKEK.txt

Ransom message:

notes/LOLKEK.txt

Note locations:

EveryFolder

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with LolKek ransomware:

  • WinLocker.exe

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About This Analysis

This LolKek 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 LolKek.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

LolKek Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio