Ransomware Research

WyvernLocker Ransomware

WyvernLocker is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on July 1, 2020, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.

Quick facts

Ransomware Family
WyvernLocker
First Seen
July 1, 2020

How WyvernLocker ransomware works

File encryption patterns

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

Extensions added after encryption
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Technical indicators

Associated executable files

The following executable files are associated with WyvernLocker ransomware:

About this analysis

This WyvernLocker 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 WyvernLocker.

Last updated: December 30, 2025

Detection coverage

Elastio detects WyvernLocker inside your data and backups.

The Hunt Engine uses Deep File Inspection to identify WyvernLocker across live data, replicated data, and backups. If this family is in your environment, Elastio finds it before encryption completes. Run a scan against your recovery points to confirm.

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