Ransomware Research
SecuredMe Ransomware
SecuredMe is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2024, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: ShellLocker 2024, Dragon434.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- SecuredMe
- First Seen
- February 1, 2024
- Known Aliases
- ShellLocker 2024Dragon434
How SecuredMe Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
https://tria.ge/240303-laqstagh23/behavioral1 Renames files -> D9t4J.L0cked
File Encryption Patterns
SecuredMe modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..L0ckedRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, SecuredMe 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 SecuredMe ransomware:
lock.exe501.exe501.binsvchost.exe
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About This Analysis
This SecuredMe 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 SecuredMe.
Last updated: July 30, 2025