Hacked is a ransomware-type virus discovered by malware security researcher, Lawrence Abrams. Once infiltrated, Hacked imitates the Windows Update process, however, it actually encrypts stored data using RSA-4096 cryptography. During encryption, this malware appends the ".hacked" extension to the
Developers present search.search-settings.com as a "top-notch" Internet search engine that supposedly enhances the browsing experience by generating improved results. On initial inspection, this site may seem similar to Google, Yahoo, Bing, and other legitimate search engines. Therefore, many user
Created by DealPly Technologies Ltd, WalletBee is a rogue application that claims to save time and money by enabling coupons, comparison shopping, and displaying special discounts/deals available on shopping websites. On initial inspection, this may appear to be a useful and legitimate browser ad
NoterSave is a rogue application that supposedly allows users to create and organize various notes. Initially, this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, however, this app is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and adware. The main reasons for these negative associations a
GRYPHON is a ransomware-type virus discovered by malware security researcher, Leo. It's a variant of BTCWare ransomware. Once infiltrated, GRYPHON encrypts stored data and appends filenames with the ".[test].gryphon" extension (for example, "sample.jpg" is renamed to "sample.jpg.[test].gryphon").
SynAck is a ransomware-type virus discovered by malware security researcher, Michael Gillespie. Following successful infiltration, SynAck encrypts stored data using ECIES and AES-256 cryptographies. During encryption, the virus appends filenames with an extension comprising 10 random letters (for
search.selected-search.co is a fake Internet search engine that supposedly enhances the browsing experience by generating improved results. Judging on appearance alone, search.selected-search.co may seem similar to Google, Bing, Yahoo, and other legitimate search engines. Therefore, many users be
"Firewall detecting ‘suspicious’ incoming network connections" is a fake error message displayed by a rogue website. Users often visit this site inadvertently - they are redirected by various potentially unwanted adware-type programs (PUPs). Note that cyber criminals also promote this scam using
Developed by Mindspark Interactive Network, FileConvertOnline is a deceptive application that supposedly allows conversion of various file formats. Initially, FileConvertOnline may seem legitimate and useful, however, this app is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program
FlatChestWare is a virus based on an open-source ransomware project called Hidden Tear. This malware was first discovered by virus security researcher, Karsten Hahn. FlatChestWare is designed to stealthily infiltrate systems and encrypt stored data using AES-256 cryptography. In doing so, the vir