CryptoLocker by NTK Ransomware

First seen
2013-09-05 00:00:00
Malware type
ransomware
Family
Malware family
Profile updated
2026-07-07 13:25:19

Targeted industries: education-and-nonprofits financial-services healthcare-and-pharmaceutical retail-and-hospitality

Context

This is most likely to affect English speaking users, since the note is written in English. English is understood worldwide, thus anyone can be harmed. The hacker spread the virus using email spam, fake updates, and harmful attachments. All your files are compromised including music, MS Office, Open Office, pictures, videos, shared online files etc..

Reports & references

  • id-ransomware.blogspot.co.il — Cryptolocker By Ntk Ransomware (report)

External references