Thana is malicious software categorized as ransomware. This malware operates by encrypting data in order to demand ransoms for decryption. During the encryption process, files are appended with the ".thana" extension. For example, a file originally named something like "1.jpg" would appear as "1.
The internet is full of deceptive websites designed to trick people into downloading and installing various potentially unwanted applications (PUAs). This particular page encourages visitors to continue watching a video in Safe Mode and install/update AdBlocker. Research shows that this dubious
Discovered by S!Ri, ComputerDestroyer is a form of malware that locks the infected computer. In this way, it prevents victims from accessing and using their data. It also changes the desktop wallpaper, displays a pop-up window asking users to enter a 'decryption code', and plays an audio message r
Access+ is classified as adware. It delivers various unwanted and even harmful advertisements into search results provided by the Google search engine. Additionally, most adware-type apps have data tracking capabilities, which are employed to monitor users' browsing activity. Access+ is no except
As with Jerry_glanville and DavesSmith, KEY0004 is yet another variant of Balaclava ransomware, which was discovered by GrujaRS. It encrypts files, renames them and creates ransom messages. KEY0004 renames files by appending the ".KEY0004" extension to filenames. For example, it renames "1.jpg" t
The Damn Good Recipe Promos application generates revenue for the developers by feeding users with various advertisements. Therefore, it is classified as adware. These apps commonly serve ads and also collect browsing-related (and other) data. Generally, people download and install adware inadver
DataHandler is an application categorized as adware. It delivers intrusive ad campaigns and also possesses browser hijacker characteristics. This app makes alterations to browser settings to promote a fake search engine: Safe Finder via akamaihd.net. Additionally, most adware apps and browser h
Many spam campaigns infect computers with high-risk malware. Cyber criminals send emails that contain malicious attachments, or website links designed to download malicious files, and they hope that recipients open/execute them. Generally, the emails are disguised as important, official messages f
"We Have Hacked Your Website" is a scam email claiming that the website of the recipient's company has been hacked. The scammers state that they have obtained the databases and will leak them, unless a certain sum is paid within the given time frame. This message is a scam and the information pro
Discovered by malware researcher S!Ri, Creepy is a ransomware-type program that encrypts files and appends filenames with the "[rzi-tna][Zir0@airmail.cc].creepy" extension. For example, a file like "1.jpg" would appear as "1.jpg[rzi-tna][Zir0@airmail.cc].creepy" following encryption. After this p