Step-by-Step Malware Removal Instructions

Nypd Ransomware
Ransomware

Nypd Ransomware

Nypd belongs to the Djvu ransomware family. Like most ransomware-type programs, it encrypts files, changes their filenames by appending an extension, and creates a ransom message that contains instructions about how to contact the developers. Nypd appends the ".nypd" extension to files. For examp

.origami Ransomware
Ransomware

.origami Ransomware

.origami is malicious software categorized as ransomware. 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 according to this pattern: original filename, unique

Apple Rewards Program POP-UP Scam (Mac)
Mac Virus

Apple Rewards Program POP-UP Scam (Mac)

"Apple Rewards Program" is a scam run on deceptive websites. This scheme targets Apple device users, thanks them for being longtime supporters of Apple, and claims that by completing a short survey and paying a small fee, they can win an iPhone 11 pro. This scam is in no way associated with Appl

ListenToRadio Browser Hijacker
Browser Hijacker

ListenToRadio Browser Hijacker

As its name suggests, ListenToRadio supposedly provides quick access to radio stations and music websites. In fact, the main purpose of this browser hijacker is to promote blpsearch.com (a fake search engine) by changing certain browser settings. Typically, apps of this type modify settings and co

DemonWare Ransomware
Ransomware

DemonWare Ransomware

Discovered by malware researcher, Ravi, DemonWare is malicious software classified as ransomware. Typically, ransomware encrypts data and demands payment for decryption. During the encryption process, DemonWare appends all affected files with the ".DEMON" extension. For example, a file originally

Fonix Ransomware
Ransomware

Fonix Ransomware

Discovered by Michael Gillespie, Fonix (also known as FonixCrypter) ransomware encrypts victims' files, changes the filenames, and creates a ransom message, which is opened in a pop-up window. It renames encrypted files by adding the fonix@tuta.io email address, victim's ID, and appends the ".Foni

ConnectedBoost Adware (Mac)
Mac Virus

ConnectedBoost Adware (Mac)

ConnectedBoost is an adware-type application that has browser hijacker characteristics. It delivers intrusive advertisement campaigns and modifies browser settings in order to promote fake search engines. ConnectedBoost promotes Safe Finder through search.adjustablesample.com and search.anysearc

Black Lives Matter Email Virus
Phishing/Scam

Black Lives Matter Email Virus

Typically, cyber criminals behind malspam campaigns such as this attempt to trick recipients into opening a malicious file, which is attached to the email or can be downloaded through an included website link. When executed, the file infects computers with malware. This particular malspam campaign

CV Email Virus
Phishing/Scam

CV Email Virus

"CV Email Virus" is a spam campaign designed to proliferate ZLoader malware. The term "spam campaign" is used to define a large scale operation, during which deceptive emails are sent by the thousand. The messages distributed in the "CV Email Virus" spam campaign are presented as work applications

VIRUS ALERT FROM Windows POP-UP Scam
Phishing/Scam

VIRUS ALERT FROM Windows POP-UP Scam

Like many other technical support scams, this one is designed by scammers who attempt to trick unsuspecting users into calling them via the provided number. In most cases, their main purpose is to trick people into paying to fix a non-existent computer problem (remove viruses). In any case, such