Ransomware Research
Mordor Ransomware
Mordor is a malicious ransomware strain that encrypts victim files and demands ransom payment for decryption. First observed in the wild on April 1, 2017, this ransomware has been actively targeting systems worldwide.
Quick Facts
- Ransomware Family
- Mordor
- First Seen
- April 1, 2017
How Mordor Ransomware Works
Targeted Files
Requires C&C to send data Downloads ransom note from C&C
File Encryption Patterns
Mordor modifies encrypted files using specific patterns to mark them as encrypted:
File extensions added after encryption:
..mordorRansom Note and Payment Demands
After encrypting files, Mordor displays ransom notes demanding payment for file recovery:
READ_ME.htmlRansom message:
notes/READ_ME.html.txt
Note locations:
DesktopTechnical Indicators
Associated Executable Files
The following executable files are associated with Mordor ransomware:
NOTHERSPACE_USE.exe123.exeTEST.exe
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About This Analysis
This Mordor 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 Mordor.
Last updated: July 30, 2025