Nppp is malicious software, which is part of the Stop/Djvu ransomware family. It operates by encrypting the data of infected devices to demand payment for decryption tools/software. During the encryption process, all compromised files are appended with the ".nppp" extension. For example, a file o
Iruvtgtm belongs to a ransomware family named Snatch. Like many other programs of this type, it encrypts files, renames them and creates a ransom message. Iruvtgtm renames encrypted files by appending the ".iruvtgtm" extension to filenames. For example, it renames "1.jpg" to "1.jpg.iruvtgtm", and
Discovered by GrujaRS, NetworkMaze is a part of the MedusaLocker ransomware family. NetworkMaze renames all encrypted files by appending the ".networkmaze" extension to filenames. For example, it renames "sample.jpg" to "sample.jpg.networkmaze", and so on. It also creates the "READINSTRUCTION.htm
Discovered by GrujaRS, Coom is malicious software classified as ransomware. Systems infected with this malware have their data encrypted and users receive ransom demands for decryption. During the encryption process, all affected files are appended with the ".coom" extension. For example, a file
"2020 Opinion Survey" is a scam run on deceptive websites. It operates by claiming that users have been selected to win a reward, which they can receive by completing a brief survey. At the time of research, the fake prizes were cosmetic products, however, other rewards might also be offered by t
finderprize is a family of deceptive websites. Typically, visitors to these sites are provided with dubious content, which urge them to install potentially unwanted applications (PUAs) such as browser hijackers, adware (or even malicious programs including ransomware, Trojans), participate in su
ExpertCharacterSearch is an adware-type application belonging to the AdLoad malware family. After successful installation, this rogue app begins running intrusive ad campaigns (i.e., delivers annoying and dangerous ads). ExpertCharacterSearch also has some browser hijacker characteristics such a
Discovered by Jirehlov, Exe (JigSaw), belongs to the Jigsaw ransomware family. This ransomware encrypts files (a list of targeted formats is provided below) and renames them by appending the ".exe" extension to their filenames. For example, it renames "1.jpg" to "1.jpg.exe", and so on. Exe (JigSa
TabSearch is a rogue app belonging to the AdLoad adware family. It operates by displaying various intrusive advertisements that diminish the browsing experience and carry certain risks. Additionally, this application shares common traits with browser hijackers, such as alteration of browser sett
Chromium is an open-source project from Google. Many browsers are based on Chromium code, but few are legitimate. This project is often misused to develop browsers that operate as adware (display ads), browser hijackers (promote fake search engines and gather browsing-data), or as potentially unwa