Typically, users download and install browser hijackers inadvertently. Therefore, PDFSearchWeb and other applications of this kind are classified as potentially unwanted applications (PUAs). The main purpose of browser hijackers is to modify browser settings to promote specific addresses (fake se
BleachGap is a ransomware-type program. It operates by encrypting data and demanding payment for decryption. I.e., the files affected by BleachGap are rendered inaccessible and victims are asked to pay a ransom to regain access. During the encryption process, files are appended with the ".lck" ex
Information stealers are malware programs that can be designed to record keystrokes, take screenshots, and gather other data in order to send it to the attackers. Malware of this type can run stealthily in the background so that victims do not suspect infection. Ades is a stealer written in the C
DefaultTool is a piece of dubious software, which operates as adware and a browser hijacker. It delivers intrusive advertisements and promotes fake search engines by making changes to browser settings. Due to the dubious techniques used to proliferate DefaultTool, it is also categorized as a Pot
Usually, ransomware prevents victims from accessing their files or the entire system. It encrypts files and demands payment (typically, in Bitcoins) in exchange for a decryption tool (software, key). Urs encrypts files and adds the victim's ID, necurs@aol.com email address, and appends the ".urs"
OpticalUpdater is an adware-type application with browser hijacker traits. Following successful infiltration, it runs intrusive advertisement campaigns and promotes fake search engines by modifying browser settings. Additionally, most adware-types and browser hijackers collect browsing-related i
Belonging to the Dharma ransomware group, ORAL is a malicious program, which operates by encrypting data and demanding ransoms for decryption - victims cannot access the files affected by this ransomware and are informed that they must pay to unlock them. During the encryption process, files are
"C.N. FREIGHT & SHIPPING email virus" refers to a malware-proliferating spam campaign - a large-scale operation during which deceptive emails are sent by the thousand. The messages distributed through this campaign are presented as quotation requests from C.N. FREIGHT & SHIPPING. Note tha
Ransomware is malware that infects computers and restricts access to the infected computer (or files stored on it). It encrypts files and demands a payment in exchange for a decryption key or software. Usually, it renames encrypted files as well. Wallet ransomware renames files by adding the amag
penit[.]xyz is an untrustworthy website running various schemes. This page has been observed promoting versions of the "(3) Viruses have been detected on your iPhone" and "VPN Update" scams, mainly targeting iPhone users. Schemes of this type operate by presenting visitors with misleading or ou