The Lock with no Key | Locky Ransomware

TL;DR

Locky ransomware disguises itself as a harmless file, infecting your system and encrypting your files without detection.

Transcript

I've got the lock but have you got the key in this video we'll be taking a look at locky ransomware which has a few tricks up its sleeve this is Leo and you're watching the PC security channel before we get started I'd just like to take a brief moment to thank our sponsor video blocks video blocks is an amazing website with over 2 million HD videos... Read More

Key Insights

• 📂 Locky ransomware disguises itself as harmless files, increasing the likelihood of users opening them and becoming victims.
• 😒 The use of a downloader JavaScript file helps hide the actual malicious code, making it harder to detect and analyze.
• 📁 Locky ransomware encrypts files with a zepto extension, rendering them inaccessible to the victims.
• 😒 The ransom demand includes links to websites for payment, and victims are advised to use Tor browser for accessing those websites.
• 📁 Locky ransomware modifies files and deletes the originals, making file recovery extremely challenging.
• 👻 The ransomware does not render the system unusable, allowing victims to continue using the infected system.
• 🕵️ Automated analysis tools may not detect Locky ransomware due to its evasive techniques.

Questions & Answers

Q: How does Locky ransomware disguise itself to avoid detection?

Locky ransomware disguises itself as a report or Office document in emails, making it appear harmless and increasing the chances of users opening the file without suspicion.

Q: What happens if you run the JavaScript file on a security analyzing program?

In a security analyzing program, the JavaScript file appears as a simple JS file that does nothing, effectively hiding the actual malicious code of Locky ransomware.

Q: Can Locky ransomware render your system unusable?

Unlike some other ransomware, Locky does not render the system unusable. Victims can still open tools and perform actions on their system, but their files will be encrypted.

Q: Is it possible to prevent Locky ransomware by restarting the system?

Restarting the system after executing Locky ransomware does not prevent the encryption of files. The ransomware runs in memory, making it difficult to detect unless properly prepared for such attacks.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Locky ransomware disguises itself as a report or Office document in emails, with a small JavaScript file that acts as a downloader for the actual malware.

• Running the JavaScript file on a real system leads to the infection of Locky ransomware, which encrypts files with a zepto extension.

• Locky ransomware modifies files and deletes the originals, leaving victims with encrypted files and a ransom demand.