Ransomware Research

RedLocker Ransomware

RedLocker is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on December 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
RedLocker
First Seen
December 1, 2024

How RedLocker Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Destroys MBR BTC address is not valid

File Encryption Patterns

RedLocker modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:

File extensions added after encryption:

..redlocker

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

After encrypting files, RedLocker displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:

fileredlocker.bat

Ransom message:

notes/note.txt

Note locations:

EveryFolder
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Ransom message:

notes/20250107124756.png

Note locations:

Desktop

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with RedLocker ransomware:

  • RedLocker.exe
  • svchost.exe

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About This Analysis

This RedLocker 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 RedLocker.

Last updated: July 30, 2025

RedLocker Ransomware - Detectable by Elastio