Ransomware Research
CmdRansomware Ransomware
CmdRansomware is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on November 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide. Security researchers also track this malware under the aliases: Cmd.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- CmdRansomware
- First Seen
- November 1, 2018
- Known Aliases
- Cmd
How CmdRansomware Ransomware Works
File Encryption Patterns
CmdRansomware modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..cmd_ransomwareRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, CmdRansomware displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
cmdRansomware.txtRansom message:
notes/cmdRansomware.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with CmdRansomware ransomware:
CrypVault.exe1.execrypren.exe
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About This Analysis
This CmdRansomware ransomware analysis is part of Elastio's comprehensive ransomware detection database. Elastio provides advanced ransomware protection and recovery solutions, helping organizations defend against and recover from ransomware attacks like CmdRansomware.
Last updated: July 30, 2025