MNS CryptoLocker

First seen

2013-09-01 00:00:00

Malware type

ransomware

Family

Malware family

Profile updated

2026-07-07 16:05:39

Targeted industries: financial-services healthcare-and-pharmaceutical government-and-public-sector technology-and-telecommunications education-and-nonprofits

Context

MNS CryptoLocker is a ransomware family that encrypts files on an infected system and demands a ransom payment for decryption. It often spreads through phishing emails and malicious attachments, targeting various industries and aiming to disrupt operations.