Ransomware Research
REKTLocker Ransomware
REKTLocker 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
- REKTLocker
- First Seen
- August 1, 2016
How REKTLocker Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
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File Encryption Patterns
REKTLocker modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..rektRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, REKTLocker displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Readme.txtRansom message:
notes/Readme.txt
Ransom message:
notes/note.jpg
Note locations:
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About This Analysis
This REKTLocker 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 REKTLocker.
Last updated: July 30, 2025