Ransomware Research
Cordless Ransomware
Cordless is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on February 1, 2022, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Cordless
- First Seen
- February 1, 2022
How Cordless Ransomware Works
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Cordless displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
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Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Cordless ransomware:
Cordless.exe
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About This Analysis
This Cordless 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 Cordless.
Last updated: July 30, 2025