LockedByte

First seen

2020-03-15 00:00:00

Malware type

ransomware

Family

Malware family

Profile updated

2026-07-07 16:04:04

Targeted industries: financial-services healthcare-and-pharmaceutical technology-and-telecommunications

Context

LockedByte is a ransomware strain that encrypts files on infected systems, demanding a ransom for decryption. It primarily targets sectors like financial services, healthcare, and technology, often exploiting vulnerabilities or using phishing emails to gain initial access.