Lock2017 Ransomware
- First seen
- 2017-06-01 00:00:00
- Malware type
- ransomware
- Profile updated
- 2026-07-07 13:24:41
Targeted industries: education-and-nonprofits professional-services retail-and-hospitality technology-and-telecommunications
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 — Lock2017 Ransomware (report)