First discovered by Michael Gillespie, WhiteRose is a ransomware-type virus that stealthily infiltrates the system and encrypts most stored data. Research shows that WhiteRose originates from the same ransomware family as the BlackRuby2 and Zenis viruses. During encryption, WhiteRose renames file
Sorry is a ransomware-type virus discovered by malware security researcher, Karsten Hahn. Research shows that Sorry is based on an open-source ransomware project called Hidden Tear. Immediately after infiltration, Sorry encrypts stored data using AES cryptography and appends filenames with the ".s
GlobeImposter is a ransomware-type virus that mimics Purge (Globe) ransomware. Following infiltration, GlobeImposter encrypts various files and appends: ".[blellockr@godzym.me].bkc", ".IGAMI", ".tabufa", ".FIT", ".ANAMI", ".crypted_bizarrio@pay4me_in", ".FORESTGUST", ".[dsupport@protonmail.com]",
Developers state that Instantly Converter is a legitimate application that allows conversion of PDF files to other formats. Initially, this app may seem legitimate and useful, however, Instantly Converter is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and a browser hijacker. There are thr
UnzipPro is a deceptive application that supposedly allows users to extract and compress data. Judging on appearance alone, UnzipPro may seem legitimate and useful, however, this potentially unwanted program (PUP) often infiltrates systems without permission. Furthermore, UnzipPro is categorize
First discovered by MalwareHunterTeam, Rapid 2.0 is an updated version of high-risk ransomware called Rapid. Immediately after infiltration, Rapid 2.0 encrypts most stored files and renames them using the "[7_random_digits].[5_random_letters]" pattern. For example, "1.jpg" might be renamed to a f
"Something Went Wrong With Your Internet Service" is another fake error message displayed by deceptive websites. Research shows that, in most cases, users visit these sites inadvertently - they are redirected by potentially unwanted programs (PUPs) or intrusive ads displayed by other rogue sites.
L0cked is a ransomware-type virus discovered by Karsten Hahn. Immediately after infiltration, L0cked encrypts most stored data and appends filenames with the ".lckd" extension. For example, "sample.jpg" is renamed to "sample.jpg.lckd". Once files are encrypted, using them becomes impossible. Foll
newtabtools.com is another fake Internet search engine that, according to the developers, enhances the browsing experience by generating improved results and providing quick access to popular websites. Note that newtabtools.com is promoted using browser-hijacking applications, whilst other fake s
Identical to Malware Crusher, MacOptimizer, and a number of others, Mac Tweaker is a rogue application that supposedly helps users to optimize their computers. Judging on appearance alone, Mac Tweaker may seem legitimate and useful, however, this app is classed as a potentially unwanted program