AES-NI (full name "AES-NI Ransomware SPECIAL VERSION: NSA EXPLOIT EDITION", named after the recent NSA exploit kit leak) is a ransomware-type virus that stealthily infiltrates systems and encrypts files using AES-256 and RSA-2048 cryptoraphies. During encryption, AES-NI appends filenames with the
First discovered by malware security researcher Marcelo Rivero, ATLAS is an updated version of CHIP ransomware. Following successful infiltration, ATLAS encrypts files using RSA cryptography. During encryption, this malware appends the ".ATLAS" extension to the name of each compromised file (for
Cradle is a ransomware-type virus discovered by malware security researcher, Michael Gillespie. Once infiltrated, Cradle encrypts various files and appends the ".cradle" extension to the name of each encrypted file. For instance, "sample.jpg" is renamed to "sample.jpg.cradle". Following successfu
Philadelphia is an updated version of the Stampado ransomware-type virus. It is distributed via phishing email messages that contain a fake overdue payment notice. These messages, however, often include links to Philadelphia's websites, which contain a Java application that downloads the ransomwar
The MyStart toolbar browser add-on is developed by Visicom Media. This browser toolbar can be downloaded from its homepage, however, it is often 'bundled' with free software downloaded from the Internet. At time of research, this potentially unwanted application was also bundled with fake download
home.dimakadima.com is presented as an Internet search engine that supposedly enhances the browsing experience by generating improved results and by providing quick access to various popular websites. Judging on appearance alone, home.dimakadima.com may seem legitimate and useful, however, this r
iconssliding.com is a fake search engine that falsely claims to generate improved search results. Judging on the appearance, iconssliding.com may seem legitimate and useful, however, this site is promoted via deceptive downloaders/installers that hijack web browsers and modify various options with
Net Surf is a rogue application that supposedly saves time and money by providing coupons and notifications of special deals/discounts available on various e-shops. This functionality may appear legitimate and useful, however, Net Surf is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and adw
MSIL is a ransomware-type virus written in Microsoft Intermediate Language. This malware was first discovered by malware security researcher, SecPanda. Once infiltrated, the virus encrypts various files and appends associated filenames with the ".ransom" extension (for example, "sample.jpg" is re
According to the developers, Navigate Pro saves time and money by providing coupons and notifications of special deals/discounts available on various online stores. Initially, this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, however, Navigate Pro often infiltrates systems without consent. Furth