Ransomware Research
DotZeroCMD Ransomware
DotZeroCMD is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2018, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- DotZeroCMD
- First Seen
- April 1, 2018
How DotZeroCMD Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Fake
Ransom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, DotZeroCMD displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
Ransom message:
notes/note.txt
Note locations:
OnceOnCompletionTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with DotZeroCMD ransomware:
RansomDotZeroCMD.exe
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About This Analysis
This DotZeroCMD 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 DotZeroCMD.
Last updated: July 30, 2025