Ransomware Research

TBlocker Ransomware

TBlocker 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.

Quick Facts

Ransomware Family
TBlocker
First Seen
February 1, 2018

How TBlocker Ransomware Works

Targeted Files

Encrypts only userfolders (not recursively)

File Encryption Patterns

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

File extensions added after encryption:

._

Ransom Note and Payment Demands

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

message

Ransom message:

notes/note.txt

Note locations:

OnceOnCompletion

Technical Indicators

Associated Executable Files

The following executable files are associated with TBlocker ransomware:

  • TBlocker.exe

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About This Analysis

This TBlocker 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 TBlocker.

Last updated: July 30, 2025