Step-by-Step Malware Removal Instructions

Stratochainedge.com Ads
Notification Spam

Stratochainedge.com Ads

During our investigation, we determined that stratochainedge[.]com is a deceptive webpage created to trick users into allowing notifications. Once permission is granted, the site floods the device with fake alerts and misleading messages that may redirect users to scams and other unreliable or pot

Private Document Has Been Prepared Email Scam
Phishing/Scam

Private Document Has Been Prepared Email Scam

Our team has reviewed the message and concluded that it is written by scammers seeking to steal personal information. Such scams are classified as phishing attempts. Falling for them can result in account compromise and additional issues. Recipients should ignore this email to avoid the potential

0apt Locker Ransomware
Ransomware

0apt Locker Ransomware

0apt Locker is ransomware that prevents access to files by encrypting them. In addition to encrypting data, 0apt Locker appends the ".0apt" extension to files, changes the desktop wallpaper, and provides a ransom note ("README0apt.txt"). An example of how files are renamed: "1.jpg" is changed to "

You've Received A Secure Document Email Scam
Phishing/Scam

You've Received A Secure Document Email Scam

Our analysis shows that this is a phishing email posing as a secure notification regarding a received document. Its purpose is to deceive recipients into opening the included website and sharing personal information. Falling for this scam can lead to account compromise and further negative outcome

Your Account Is Being Leaked Email Scam
Phishing/Scam

Your Account Is Being Leaked Email Scam

We have inspected the message and determined that it is a phishing email masquerading as an urgent notification from the email service provider. It is designed to trick recipients into opening a fake login website and disclosing personal information. Victims of this scam may lose access to persona

Purple Pepe ($PURPE) Distribution Scam
Other

Purple Pepe ($PURPE) Distribution Scam

We have examined the website (distribution-purpe[.]xyz) and concluded that it is a copy of the purpe.xyz and purplepepe.life pages. Fraudsters behind the fraudulent version aim to steal cryptocurrency from unsuspecting visitors. They promote a fake giveaway as a lure. Users should not trust distri

Santander Bank - Unclaimed Balance Email Scam
Phishing/Scam

Santander Bank - Unclaimed Balance Email Scam

Our team has reviewed the message and concluded that it is a phishing attempt. The email is presented as an urgent notification from Santander Bank. It is created to trick recipients into believing that they can receive a large sum of money for cooperation. The goal is to steal money and (or) info

Chip (MedusaLocker) Ransomware
Ransomware

Chip (MedusaLocker) Ransomware

We have examined the malware and found it to be ransomware from the MedusaLocker family. Our discovery of Chip occurred during an analysis of samples submitted to VirusTotal. We determined that Chip encrypts files and appends the ".chip1" extension (the number may vary). It also generates the "Rec

American Express - Account Access Update Needed Email Scam
Phishing/Scam

American Express - Account Access Update Needed Email Scam

Our analysis shows that it is a scam email (a phishing attempt) posing as a message from American Express, a legitimate American bank. The fraudsters behind this scheme seek to steal personal information through the included website. Victims of this scam may experience account hijacking, financial

EngineTrack Adware (Mac)
Mac Virus

EngineTrack Adware (Mac)

While testing EngineTrack, we discovered that it is an unwanted application that delivers annoying, potentially misleading advertisements. Our team classified EngineTrack as adware. We also found that this app is flagged as malicious by multiple security vendors. Thus, users should not install E