Ransomware Research
LoroBot Ransomware
LoroBot is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on October 1, 2009, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- LoroBot
- First Seen
- October 1, 2009
How LoroBot Ransomware Works
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, LoroBot displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/wallpaper.bmp
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with LoroBot ransomware:
thx.exeworkshop.exe
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About This Analysis
This LoroBot 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 LoroBot.
Last updated: July 30, 2025