ShellLocker
- Malware type
- ransomware
- Profile updated
- 2026-07-07 15:19:52
Context
PCRIsk states that ShellLocker is a ransomware-type virus developed using .NET framework. It was first discovered by Jakub Kroustek and is virtually identical to another ransomware virus called Exotic. Following infiltration, this virus encrypts stored data (video, audio, etc.) and renames encrypted files using the "[random_characters].L0cked" pattern (e.g., "sample.jpg" might be renamed to "gd&=AA0fgoi.L0cked"). Following successful encryption, ShellLocker opens a pop-up window containing ransom-demand message.
Reports & references
- malpedia.caad.fkie.fraunhofer.de — Win.Shelllocker (report)
- twitter.com — 813726714228604928 (report)