Ransomware Research
TuskLocker Ransomware
TuskLocker is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on May 1, 2022, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Crimson Walrus.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- TuskLocker
- First Seen
- May 1, 2022
- Known Aliases
- Crimson Walrus
How TuskLocker Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
CTF Ransomware, not malicious
File Encryption Patterns
TuskLocker modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..tuskRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, TuskLocker displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
DECRYPT_YOUR_FILES.txtRansom message:
notes/DECRYPT_YOUR_FILES.txt
Note locations:
RootDirectoryTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with TuskLocker ransomware:
file.0xc586a6d2ebb0.0xc586a71a4010.ImageSectionObject.TuskLocker2.exe
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About This Analysis
This TuskLocker 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 TuskLocker.
Last updated: July 30, 2025