Threats
HubComputing Mac Adware
Our researchers came across an application named HubComputing during their evaluation of new file submissions. Upon investigating this application, it became evident that it belongs to the AdLoad malware family and... Read more
Foxy Tab Rogue Browser Extension
The Foxy Tab browser extension claims to offer custom browser wallpapers, but upon examination, we found that it functions as a browser hijacker. This extension alters browser settings to promote the fake search... Read more
AdBlock Adware Does the Opposite of What it Claims on the Box
During our investigation into deceitful websites and potentially unwanted applications, our team of experts stumbled upon a cleverly camouflaged adware posing as the authentic AdBlock browser extension. Legitimate... Read more
Fiveminutes.biz Uses Fake Bot Check to Spam Ads
During our meticulous investigation of fiveminutes.biz, we came across a web of deceitful maneuvers employed by the site, all centered around persuading visitors to grant permission for notifications. Furthermore,... Read more
Yytw Ransomware is Yet Another Djvu Variant
During our examination of malware specimens, we came across Yytw, a distinctive variation of ransomware with connections to the Djvu malware family. Yytw is designed to encrypt files, appending the ".yytw" extension... Read more
'OVHCloud Suspension' Email Scam Impersonates Legitimate Company
During the examination of this email, our team has identified it as a sophisticated phishing effort camouflaged as a notification from a cloud service provider. This strategy is employed by scammers to attract unwary... Read more
Designer Adware Comes With Full Install Folder
While investigating suspicious websites, our research team came across the Designer application. Our examination of this software unveiled that it functions as adware. Designer is crafted to execute invasive... Read more
Trash Panda Ransomware Displays Unusual Ransom Note
During our routine examination of recent file submissions, our research group stumbled upon the Trash Panda ransomware variant. This particular malicious software was discovered as part of our continuous efforts to... Read more
'Total AV Security - Your Smartphone Is Infected' Pop-Up Scam
During our exploration of suspicious online platforms, our team of researchers came across a website actively promoting the "Total AV Security - Your Smartphone Is Infected" hoax. This deceptive webpage alleges that... Read more
FormatDash Adware is an AdLoad Variant
While conducting a routine assessment of fresh submissions, our researchers came across the FormatDash application. A comprehensive analysis of this software revealed its affiliation with the AdLoad malware family,... Read more
Art And Weather Browser Extension
While exploring suspicious websites, our research team came across the Art And Weather browser extension. Marketed as a tool for displaying browser wallpapers and offering convenient weather forecasts, our... Read more
Avscanfix.xyz Displays Fake Malware Warnings
Should you find your browser consistently directed to the Avscanfix.xyz domain, it's likely that an unwanted browser extension or a malicious piece of software has infiltrated your device. Avscanfix.xyz operates as a... Read more
Find-prize.life Pushes Rogue Ads
If your web browser is consistently being directed to the Find-prize.life website, it is likely that an undesired browser extension or a potentially harmful software has been installed on your device. Find-prize.life... Read more
MountainVibe Mac Adware
During a standard review conducted as part of our investigation into newly submitted items, we came across MountainVibe, an adware application. Our comprehensive examination unveiled that MountainVibe is categorized... Read more
Flynewsmedia.info Pushes Intrusive Advertisements
Flynewsmedia.info operates as a platform with the deceptive intention of enticing users into subscribing to its push notifications, which subsequently become a conduit for spam notifications directed at both computers... Read more
GPT Ransomware Threatens to Leak Stolen Data
During our analysis of malicious file samples, a new strain of ransomware called GPT came to our attention. Further investigation revealed that GPT belongs to the Dharma malware family. Its primary function involves... Read more
PathwaySpan Mac Adware
Upon evaluating the PathwaySpan application, our analysis revealed that it exhibits irksome advertisements, classifying it as adware, also known as advertising-supported software. Often, users install adware without... Read more
Stormhammer.top Shows Intrusive Pop-Ups
Stormhammer.top pop-up ads can materialize seemingly out of nowhere, causing annoyance and disruption. However, these are not run-of-the-mill pop-ups – they have a distinctly malicious nature, capable of triggering... Read more
