Ransomware Research
LongTermMemoryLoss Ransomware
LongTermMemoryLoss is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on January 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: LTML.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- LongTermMemoryLoss
- First Seen
- January 1, 2018
- Known Aliases
- LTML
How LongTermMemoryLoss Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Current sample looks like "test", encrypt function doesn't used
File Encryption Patterns
LongTermMemoryLoss modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..LTMLTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with LongTermMemoryLoss ransomware:
LongTermMemoryLoss.exe
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About This Analysis
This LongTermMemoryLoss 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 LongTermMemoryLoss.
Last updated: July 30, 2025