Sorts of LOCKY Files

Principal LOCKY Type

.LOCKY

File Ext:	.locky
Group:	Locky Ransomware Encrypted File

A LOCKY file is encrypted by the Locky Virus, which is a highly dangerous malware. It contains a user's file, encrypted with the RSA algorithm and AES-128 ciphers.

Organization:	Microsoft Corporation
Function:	Encoded Files
Registry Key:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.locky

Software Programs That Open The Locky Ransomware Encrypted File:

System Restore by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

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Understanding LOCKY Issues

Frequent LOCKY Opening Issues

System Restore Removed

When you double-click your LOCKY file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have System Restore for %%os%% installed on your computer. You won't be able to double-click to open your LOCKY because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.

Tip: Another LOCKY-related program can be selected to open the file by clicking "Show Apps" and finding the application.

System Restore Requires Update

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of System Restore installed that's incompatible with your Locky Ransomware Encrypted File type. Visit the Microsoft Corporation website to download (or purchase) the latest version of System Restore. This problem is most common when you have an older version of the software application, and your file was created by a newer version that it cannot recognize.

Tip: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your LOCKY file and clicking "Properties".

Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening LOCKY files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.

Other LOCKY File Issues

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of System Restore will resolve your issue. There can be external issues inside of %%os%% that are causing these errors when opening LOCKYs. Other contributing causes:

• Windows Registry LOCKY file paths that are incorrect
• Deletion of the LOCKY file description from the Registry by mistake
• Defective install of a LOCKY program, such as System Restore
• Your LOCKY file is corrupted (issues with your Locky Ransomware Encrypted File file itself)
• The LOCKY is infected with a virus
• Drivers associated with LOCKY software need to be updated
• Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Locky Ransomware Encrypted File file successfully