Ransomware Research
PowerLocker Ransomware
PowerLocker is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2025, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- PowerLocker
- First Seen
- April 1, 2025
How PowerLocker Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Written in PowerShell filenames _> 005615f9-9993-4eda-9133-aa4314707edd.PowerLocker
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, PowerLocker displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
IMPORTANT.txtRansom message:
notes/IMPORTANT.txt
Note locations:
DesktopRansom message:
notes/uwp4766244.png
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with PowerLocker ransomware:
PowerLocker5.5.ps1
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About This Analysis
This PowerLocker 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 PowerLocker.
Last updated: July 30, 2025