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(3) Viruses Has Been Detected POP-UP Scam (Mac)
Mac Virus

(3) Viruses Has Been Detected POP-UP Scam (Mac)

"(3) Viruses has been detected" is a scam run on various deceptive web pages. It claims that threats have been detected on the device and recommends an untrusted piece of software to remove the fake viruses. This scheme targets iPhone users; however, it might also be accessed through other Apple

PoetRAT Malware
Trojan

PoetRAT Malware

PoetRAT is the name of a Remote Access Trojan (RAT). This type of malware allows cyber criminals to monitor and control the victim's computer. In most cases, RATs such as PoetRAT are distributed to infect computers with other malware and/or steal sensitive information. This particular malware can

Thana Ransomware
Ransomware

Thana Ransomware

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.

AdBlocker Update POP-UP Scam (Mac)
Mac Virus

AdBlocker Update POP-UP Scam (Mac)

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

ComputerDestroyer Screenlocker
Ransomware

ComputerDestroyer Screenlocker

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+ Adware
Adware

Access+ Adware

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

KEY0004 Ransomware
Ransomware

KEY0004 Ransomware

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

Damn Good Recipe Promos Adware
Adware

Damn Good Recipe Promos Adware

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 Adware (Mac)
Mac Virus

DataHandler Adware (Mac)

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

HSBC Bank Covid-19 Update Email Virus
Phishing/Scam

HSBC Bank Covid-19 Update Email Virus

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