Ransomware Research
PokemonGO Ransomware
PokemonGO is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on August 1, 2016, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- PokemonGO
- First Seen
- August 1, 2016
How PokemonGO Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
PokemonGO modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..lockedRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, PokemonGO displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
هام جدا.txtRansom message:
notes/هام جدا.txt
Note locations:
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About This Analysis
This PokemonGO 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 PokemonGO.
Last updated: July 30, 2025