Ransomware Research
ScammerLocker Ransomware
ScammerLocker is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: ScammerLocker HT.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- ScammerLocker
- First Seen
- February 1, 2018
- Known Aliases
- ScammerLocker HT
How ScammerLocker Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
ScammerLocker modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..jodisRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, ScammerLocker displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
FILES_ENCRYPTED.txtRansom message:
notes/FILES_ENCRYPTED.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with ScammerLocker ransomware:
ScammerLocker.exeScammerLocker.binHiddentear-ScammerLocker.exe
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About This Analysis
This ScammerLocker 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 ScammerLocker.
Last updated: July 30, 2025