AvosLocker Ransomware
AvosLocker is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2021, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick facts
How AvosLocker ransomware works
File encryption patterns
AvosLocker modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
Ransom note and payment demands
After encrypting files, AvosLocker displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
notes/GET_YOUR_FILES_BACK.txt
notes/README_FOR_RESTORE
Technical indicators
Associated executable files
The following executable files are associated with AvosLocker ransomware:
- d285f1366d0d4fdae0b558db690497ea.exe.@
- test campaign jan-linux-amd64.bin
- potter.exe
About this analysis
This AvosLocker ransomware analysis is part of Elastio's comprehensive ransomware detection database. Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery, helping organizations defend against and recover from ransomware attacks like AvosLocker.
Last updated: December 30, 2025
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