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ReSearchConverter is dubious software that is categorized as a browser hijacker. Following successful installation, it makes alterations to browser settings to promote researchconverter.com (a bogus search engine). ReSearchConverter also has data tracking capabilities, which are employed to monit
Cosd belongs to the Djvu ransomware family. Its main purpose is to encrypt files and keep them inaccessible (unusable) unless a ransom is paid. Typically malware of this type uses strong encryption algorithms to encrypt files so that victims cannot recover files unless they pay. Cosd ransomware a
"Generate Bitcoin" refers to a scam run on various deceptive websites. This scheme invites users to generate up to 0,2 BTC (Bitcoin cryptocurrency) each week for a relatively small fee. In fact, this scam cannot generate the promised cryptocurrency - its sole purpose is to trick users into transf
Orcus is a Remote Access Trojan (RAT). Programs of this type are used to remotely access or control computers. Generally, these tools can be used by anyone legitimately, however, in many cases, cyber criminals use them for malicious purposes. They often trick people into installing these programs
Betarasite is a form of malware that encrypts files and displays a ransom message. In this way, it prevents victims from accessing and using their files unless a ransom is paid. This ransomware also renames all encrypted files by appending the ".betarasite" extension to filenames. For example, "1
22btc is a malicious program, which belongs to the Dharma ransomware family. It is designed to encrypt data and demand payment for decryption. I.e., systems infected with this malware have files stored on them rendered inaccessible and useless. When 22btc encrypts, files are renamed following thi
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