Ransomware Research
ScorpionLocker Ransomware
ScorpionLocker is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- ScorpionLocker
- First Seen
- July 1, 2017
How ScorpionLocker Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Current sample protected with NET Reactor Requires C&C to send data
File Encryption Patterns
ScorpionLocker modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..ScorpionLockerRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, ScorpionLocker displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
LoginTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with ScorpionLocker ransomware:
ScorpionLocker.exeadobe_update.exeScorpion_locker.exe
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About This Analysis
This ScorpionLocker 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 ScorpionLocker.
Last updated: July 30, 2025