APT / THREAT GROUP💰 FINANCIALHIGH

PyLocky

3
aliases
Last seen:Mar 17, 2026

Intelligence Profile

PyLocky is a ransomware that tries to pass off as Locky in its ransom note. It is written in Python and packaged with PyInstaller.

Threat Analysis

PyLocky is a high-sophistication threat actor of undetermined national origin, engaged in cyber operations with a primary motivation of financial.

Financially motivated threat actors like PyLocky prioritize monetary gain through methods such as ransomware deployment, banking trojans, cryptocurrency theft, BEC scams, or credential harvesting for resale on underground markets.

With high sophistication, PyLocky is capable of targeted intrusions using adapted commodity tools alongside custom implants, maintaining operational security and evading standard detection mechanisms.

External References

Quick Facts

TypeAPT / Threat Group
Motivation💰 financial
Sophisticationhigh
Aliases3

Also Known As

win.pylockyPyLockyLocky Locker

External Intelligence

Malpedia: win.pylocky

Research Links

Data sourced from Malpedia, Ransomware.live, RansomLook, and CTIWATCH OSINT collection. Actor attribution is based on available intelligence and may be incomplete.
PyLocky — APT / Threat Group | Threat Intelligence | CTIWATCH.COM