Adware
What is VirtualActivity Adware?
After conducting a thorough examination of the VirtualActivity application, we have determined that it exhibits intrusive advertising behavior. As a result, we have classified VirtualActivity as adware. It is... Read more
AlphaLegend Adware Targets Mac Systems
During our analysis of the AlphaLegend app, we discovered intrusive advertising behavior that falls under the category of adware. Adware is commonly spread using dubious and deceitful methods, which puts unsuspecting... Read more
Beware of SearchEmpire Mac Adware
During the examination of newly submitted malicious file samples, our team came across a software called SearchEmpire. Following a thorough analysis, we have determined that SearchEmpire functions as adware, primarily... Read more
CleanTab Refresh Acts as Adware
During an inspection of questionable websites, our team uncovered the CleanTab Refresh browser extension, which is advertised as a tool to refresh web pages with a single click. However, our investigation revealed... Read more
Why You Can't Trust The Convert Page to PDF Adware
The Convert Page to PDF browser extension claims to be a convenient tool for converting web pages to PDF files with just one click, but upon investigating it, we discovered that the program is actually adware. This... Read more
Beware of Lookaside.fbsbx.com Adware
Lookaside.fbsbx pop-up messages can unexpectedly appear on your screen, covering the content you were viewing or opening your browser without your consent. Clicking on these ads can lead to the installation of... Read more
Beware of Propprethosnis Mac Adware
Propprethosnis is categorized as a Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP) specifically designed for Mac systems. Its primary function is to install itself discreetly, without the user's awareness, leading to various... Read more
All Image Download Adware Disguised as a Browser Extension
During our investigation of deceptive websites, our researchers came across the "All Image Download" browser extension. This extension claims to offer a convenient way for users to download all the images from a... Read more
What is LoyalShroud Mac Adware?
During our analysis of newly submitted malicious files, our research team came across an application known as LoyalShroud. Upon thorough investigation, we have determined that LoyalShroud is a type of adware... Read more
What is EssentialLoop Mac Adware?
Our team discovered EssentialLoop, a type of adware that belongs to the AdLoad malware family, while examining new submissions to VirusTotal. The main purpose of EssentialLoop is to deliver intrusive ad campaigns and... Read more
SearchProvided Adware Targets Mac Computers
Our team has classified the SearchProvided application as adware due to its aggressive and unsolicited display of advertisements. Adware refers to software that generates revenue by displaying ads, and it is common... Read more
AdvancedParameter Adware Targets Macs
The AdvancedParameter app was identified by our research team during a routine investigation of new submissions to VirusTotal. After examining the app, we found that it is adware that belongs to the AdLoad malware... Read more
Download Assist Adware Hides in Browser Extension
After conducting our assessment, we have determined that the Download Assist application operates as a browser extension supported by advertisements. Our conclusion was based on the observation of advertisements being... Read more
DoubleCache Mac Adware Displays Unsolicited Ads
During our investigation of new submissions to VirusTotal, our research team came across the DoubleCache application. Upon thorough analysis, we have identified it as adware, specifically belonging to the AdLoad... Read more
LuckyWheel Adware Comes With Its Own Executable
Our team analyzed LuckyWheel and concluded that it is classified as adware due to its primary purpose of displaying intrusive advertisements. Many users unknowingly download and install adware without being aware of... Read more
Auto Refresh Rogue Browser Extension Acts as Adware
During our investigation of suspicious websites, our researchers stumbled upon the Auto Refresh browser extension which is supposed to refresh web pages automatically within a specified time frame. However, upon... Read more
Grand Explorer is Adware Posing as an Application
Grand Explorer is a type of malicious program that takes over your browser settings and displays unwanted advertisements while browsing. It modifies your browser homepage and search engine and injects ads into... Read more
Anonymous Video Player is Adware Masked as a Browser Extension
During our investigation of suspicious websites, our researchers came across a browser extension called Anonymous Video Player. It is advertised as a tool that allows users to play and download videos in multiple... Read more
