An information stealer is a type of malware that is designed to gather login information (e.g., usernames, passwords), credit card details, bank account numbers, or other sensitive information that the attackers can monetize in various ways. Cypress is an information stealer that targets a wide r
Spectre is a malicious program classified as a Remote Access Trojan (RAT). Malware of this type enables stealthy remote access and control over an infected machine. RATs can have a wide variety of dangerous functionality, which can be used in likewise varied ways. Spectre operates as an informati
Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts files and generate ransom messages. Malware of this type renames encrypted files as well. Bagli renames files by appending the ".bagli" extension to their filenames. For example, "1.jpg" is renamed to "1.jpg.bagli", "2.jpg" to "2.jpg.bagli",
StreamSearchWeb is rogue software classified as a browser hijacker. It promotes the streamsearchweb.com fake search engine by making modifications to browser settings. Furthermore, browser hijackers typically monitor users' browsing activity, and it is likely that StreamSearchWeb has these data t
"Norton Antivirus 2021 Update" refers to a scam run on various untrusted web pages. The scheme is presented an alert concerning a new update to the Norton anti-virus, which users are urged to install. Note that "Norton Antivirus 2021 Update" is not a genuine message from NortonLifeLock, the softw
Typically, scammers behind tech-support scams such as this attempt to trick users into installing unwanted software, providing remote access to computers or paying for unnecessary "technical" services. In most cases, these websites display fake virus/error notifications claiming that users must f
HANTA is a piece of malicious software categorized as ransomware. It operates by encrypting data and demanding payment for decryption. I..e., victims cannot access/use files affected by HANTA, and receive ransom demands for access/use recovery. During the encryption process, files are appended wi
Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts files to prevent victims from accessing them until they are decrypted using a specific decryption tool (software, key). CrYpTeD ransomware variant encrypts and renames files. It appends the ".CrYpTeD" extension to their filenames. For example, it rena
Pictures Lab is advertised as an image processing program, which includes different filters and tools to analyze images (PNG, JPEG, GIFF, and other image files), however, this app functions as adware (advertising-supported software): it generates revenue for its developer by serving advertisements
PDFConverter is software endorsed as a tool for converting various file formats. According to its promotional material, it is capable of converting Doc, PDF, XLS, JPG, HTML, and many other formats. Since most users download/install PDFConverter inadvertently, it is classified as a Potentially Unw