Like most malicious programs of this type, Error ransomware is designed to encrypt files, rename them and provide victims with instructions about how to contact the developers. It belongs to the family of ransomware-type programs called Dharma. Error renames encrypted files by adding the victim's
Arena is a malicious program and part of the Dharma ransomware family. Systems infected with this malware have their data encrypted and users receive ransom demands for decryption tools/software. During the encryption process, all affected files are renamed following this pattern: original filenam
GeneralBoardSearch is designed to display advertisements and promote the address of a fake search engine by modifying certain browser settings. This app is classified as adware and a browser hijacker. In most cases, users download and install apps of this type inadvertently and, for this reason
StreamLim is a browser hijacker designed to modify browser settings to promote streamlim.com (a fake search engine). Additionally, most browser hijackers have data tracking capabilities, which are used to monitor browsing activity. Due to the dubious proliferation techniques of StreamLim, it is al
Proton is a malicious program classified as a Remote Access Trojan (RAT). This type of malware enables remote access and control over an infected device. RATs are capable of allowing close to or user-level control over a machine. These Trojans have a wide variety of malicious capabilities, which
Ultra Tab is rogue software endorsed as improving web searching and browsing in general. In fact, Ultra Tab is categorized as a browser hijacker. It operates by making modifications to browser settings to promote ultra-search1.com (a fake search engine). Additionally, this browser hijacker has da
Users often end up seeing this blue window on their computer screens (stating that Windows has encountered a problem) after executing a malicious file, which prevents them from accessing Windows by locking the screen. This happens after installation of malware programs classified as 'screen locker
ProgramInitiator adware feeds users with various advertisements and functions as a browser hijacker. It promotes addresses of fake search engines (z6airr.com and adjustablesample.com) by modifying certain browser settings. This adware can read various sensitive information from websites. Note t
"Your iPhone is now online and located" is a smishing scam. The term "smishing" is closely related to "phishing". This type of scheme is promoted via text (SMS) messages and typically attempts to extract personal information from potential victims - often, under the guise of legitimate company r
This ransomware was discovered by GrujaRS. Cyber criminals behind Heroes of the Storm (or simply Crypt32) ransomware use the same name as developers of a legitimate game. In fact, the game has nothing to do with this malware. Heroes of the Storm ransomware is designed to encrypt files and create