Ransomware Research
WickedLocker HT Ransomware
WickedLocker HT is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on December 1, 2015, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- WickedLocker HT
- First Seen
- December 1, 2015
How WickedLocker HT Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Requires C&C
File Encryption Patterns
WickedLocker HT modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..lockedRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, WickedLocker HT displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/wall.bmp
Note locations:
DesktopRansom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
Login/\bREAD_IT \d{1,2} \.txt\b/Ransom message:
notes/READ_IT 29 .txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with WickedLocker HT ransomware:
hidden-tear.exedoc.exe
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About This Analysis
This WickedLocker HT 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 WickedLocker HT.
Last updated: July 30, 2025