XMRIG is a completely legitimate open-source application that utilizes system CPUs to mine Monero cryptocurrency. Unfortunately, criminals generate revenue by infiltrating this app into systems without users' consent. This deceptive marketing method is called "bundling". In most cases, "bundling"
Developers present Boost PC Pro 2018 as a great tool to enhance system performance by optimization and removing various threats/issues. Judging on appearance alone, Boost PC Pro 2018 may seem legitimate and useful, however, this tool infiltrates systems without consent and gives no real value for
Recently discovered by MalwareHunterTeam, Aurora is a ransomware-type virus that stealthily infiltrates systems and encrypts most stored files. To achieve this, Aurora uses RSA-2048 - an asymmetric encryption algorithm. During the process, this malware appends filenames with the ".Aurora" extensio
First discovered by Michael Gillespie, King Ouroboros is a ransomware-type virus based on an open-source ransomware project called CryptoWire. Immediately after infiltration, King Ouroboros encrypts stored data using the AES-256 encryption algorithm. Furthermore, it renames compromised data using
First discovered by malware security researcher, Michael Gillespie, Recme is a new variant of a ransomware-type virus called Scarab. Once infiltrated, this ransomware encrypts most files and renames them using the "[hexadecimal_number].recme" pattern. For instance, "sample.jpg" might be renamed t
qip.ru is a fake web search engine that supposedly enhances the browsing experience by generating improved results, providing the latest news and other useful features. Judging on appearance alone, qip.ru may seem legitimate, however, developers promote this site using a rogue browser called QiP S
Discovered by Michael Gillespie, BtcKING is a ransomware-type virus designed to stealthily infiltrate systems and encrypt most stored files (making them completely unusable). During encryption, BtcKING appends filenames with the "ID [victim's_ID].BtcKING" extension. For example, "sample.jpg" migh
Omerta is a ransomware-type virus discovered by malware security researcher, Michael Gillespie. As with most ransomware, Omerta infiltrates the system and encrypts most stored data. During encryption, Omerta renames files using ".[vankacrypter@protonmail.com].omerta" and "[random_characters].[XAV
"Porn Site Virus" is a scam message designed to scare and trick users into paying a ransom. Cyber criminals typically deliver this message via spam emails, however, some users continually encounter this message as a pop-up. This indicates the presence of adware-type apps. Research shows that adwa
Developers present Smart PC Mechanic as a great tool to improve system performance. On initial inspection, Smart PC Mechanic may seem legitimate and useful, however, it is likely to infiltrate systems without consent and is practically useless for regular users. For these reasons, Smart PC Mechani