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TechProduct Adware (Mac)

What kind of application is TechProduct?

Our researchers discovered TechProduct while investigating new file submissions to the VirusTotal site. This rogue application is classed as adware. TechProduct belongs to the AdLoad malware family. Advertising-supported software generates revenue for its developers/publishers through advertising.

   
ParameterPortal Adware (Mac)

What kind of application is ParameterPortal?

ParameterPortal is a rogue app discovered by our researchers during a routine inspection of new file submissions to the VirusTotal platform. This application is advertising-supported software (adware) from the AdLoad malware family.

   
BasicOperator Adware (Mac)

What kind of application is BasicOperator?

Our analysis shows that BasicOperator is adware, and security vendors flag it as malicious. It can generate annoying and deceptive advertisements that may direct users to unsafe web pages. Thus, installing BasicOperator can expose users to various online threats. This app should not be trusted and should be uninstalled if present.

   
OverallVariety Adware (Mac)

What kind of application is OverallVariety?

Our research team discovered OverallVariety while browsing new submissions to the VirusTotal website. Upon inspection, we found that this application is adware. OverallVariety is part of the AdLoad malware family. Advertising-supported software is designed to run intrusive ad campaigns.

   
ExpandedSync Adware (Mac)

What kind of application is ExpandedSync?

We have examined ExpandedSync and found that it is adware that security tools flag as malicious. It can display intrusive and misleading ads that lead to potentially harmful websites. So, it is crucial to remove ExpandedSync from affected devices as soon as possible to avoid potential security risks and other threats.

   
SafePay Ransomware

What kind of malware is SafePay?

SafePay is ransomware, a type of malware that encrypts victim's files to extort money. In addition to encrypting files, SafePay appends ".safepay" to them and generates a ransom note ("readme_safepay.txt"). An example of how SafePay renames files: it changes "1.jpg" to "1.jpg.safepay", "2.png" to "2.png.safepay", etc.

   
UpgradeView Adware (Mac)

What kind of application is UpgradeView?

During our inspection, we found that UpgradeView is adware that security vendors flag as malicious. Upon installation, the app can generate misleading advertisements to promote potentially malicious web pages. Typically, users unintentionally install apps like UpgradeView and are advised to remove them as soon as possible.

   
DynamicEntry Adware (Mac)

What kind of application is DynamicEntry?

DynamicEntry is a rogue application discovered by our researchers during a routine inspection of new file submissions to the VirusTotal platform. Our analysis revealed that this app is adware belonging to the AdLoad malware family.

   
Overdue Contract Funds Email Scam

What kind of email is "Overdue Contract Funds"?

After reading this "Overdue Contract Funds" email, we determined that it is spam. It is presented as a letter from an established bank alerting the recipient of a ten million USD pending credit to the recipient's banking account.

It must be emphasized that the information in this email is false, and this mail is not associated with the real Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This phishing email targets personally identifiable information but may also seek victims' funds directly.

   
Fake Microsoft Defender Extension

What kind of software is this fake "Microsoft Defender" extension?

While investigating deceptive websites, our researchers discovered this fake "Microsoft Defender" browser extension. This software is not associated with the real Microsoft Defender Antivirus or its developer – the Microsoft Corporation. The malicious extension can modify browser appearance/behavior and collect sensitive information.

   

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