Our team has examined aztcsearch.com and found that it is a fake search engine associated with an unwanted extension called SearchBits. Aztcsearch.com does not generate results and is promoted through a browser hijacker. For these reasons, both aztcsearch.com and SearchBits should not be trusted.
Our inspection has revealed that license-check-av[.]site is a deceptive website that uses clickbait to get permission to deliver notifications. If the site is allowed to do so, it can show fake warnings and similar messages to promote other potentially malicious pages. License-check-av[.]site shou
Lalia is ransomware that we discovered while analyzing malware samples uploaded to VirusTotal. Once a device is infected, Lalia encrypts files and changes their filenames by appending the ".lalia" extension. For example, it renames "1.jpg" to "1.jpg.lalia" and "2.png" to "2.png.lalia". It also pro
We have examined the Shift application and concluded that it is an unwanted application. Its installer is flagged as malicious by multiple security vendors, which indicates that it may gather information or perform other unwanted actions. Installing Shift may lead to privacy and security issues. T
LofyStealer is an information-stealing malware distributed as a fake Minecraft cheating tool named (known as Slinky). It attempts to trick victims into launching the malware by using the official Minecraft icon and presenting itself as a legitimate utility. Once active, LofyStealer can collect sen
.Xyz is a new variant of Jigsaw ransomware. Following infiltration, this ransomware encrypts various files stored on victims' computers. This is achieved using asymmetric cryptography. During encryption, this ransomware appends the name of each encrypted file with a ".xyz" extension and, thus, it
We have reviewed the email and determined that it is a scam disguised as a "Microsoft security update". It contains deceptive links (disguised as options) leading to malicious downloads. Recipients should ignore this fraudulent message to avoid computer infections and further issues. The e
The WebWebWeb.com browser hijacker infiltrates Internet browsers (Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox) through free software downloads. At time of testing, this website was promoted via an application called 'video downloader professional'. Developers of this browser settings-changing adware (LINK6
Pulse is a Chromium-based browser. It is promoted as an Internet browser that integrates AI (Artificial Intelligence). Upon inspection, we determined that this rogue browser is a PUA (Potentially Unwanted Application). It produces redirects to several fake search engines that cannot generate searc
Find-it.pro is a fake search engine discovered by our researchers during a routine investigation. In most cases, sites of this kind cannot provide search results and redirect to legitimate search engines. These pages are promoted through rogue redirects produced by browser hijackers. Brows
The lines between cybercrime and state-sponsored espionage continue to blur. Iranian threat actors now adopt ransomware tradecraft to conceal intelligence-gathering operations. Recent investigations into attacks by the Iranian-linked MuddyWater group show a sophisticated evolution in tactics. Here,
The global cybercrime landscape in 2026 shows a sharp convergence of state-sponsored hacking, transnational fraud networks, and highly industrialized scam operations. Cryptocurrency remains at the center, offering both high-value targets and efficient laundering methods. Recent reports from TRM Labs
The emergence of Bluekit, as recorded by security researchers at Varonis, marks a significant evolution in the phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) ecosystem. It shows how cybercrime continues to industrialize through automation, centralization, and the integration of artificial intelligence. Recent resea
Cybercriminals keep showing that the easiest way into an enterprise is often through trust, not software vulnerabilities. Google's Mandiant Team discovered a new threat actor, UNC6692, that proves this point. This group weaponizes Microsoft Teams, abuses helpdesk impersonation, and deploys a custom
Ransomware operators adopt whatever creates the most pressure on victims. This may mean faster encryption, stronger extortion tactics, or deeper attacks on virtual infrastructure. In 2026, the Kyber ransomware group added a new layer of psychological and technical pressure by claiming to use post-qu
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