Ransomware Research
LuckyJoe Ransomware
LuckyJoe is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2019, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- LuckyJoe
- First Seen
- July 1, 2019
How LuckyJoe Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
for Linux OS Ransom note location -> /tmp/
File Encryption Patterns
LuckyJoe modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..GNNCRYRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, LuckyJoe displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
GNNCRY_ReadmeRansom message:
notes/GNNCRY_Readme
Technical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with LuckyJoe ransomware:
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About This Analysis
This LuckyJoe 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 LuckyJoe.
Last updated: July 30, 2025