DUMB is a file-encryption virus built on an open-source ransomware project. Unlike other ransomware-type viruses, DUMB does not append an extension to the names of encrypted files following encryption. Following successful encryption, DUMB opens a pop-up window and creates a text file ("oku_beni.t
Netflix Login Generator is a ransomware-type virus discovered by Karsten Hahn. This malware claims to allow users to create Netflix accounts free of charge, however, this is merely an attempt to trick users into running the app. In fact, Netflix Login Generator encrypts files using AES-256 cryptog
Zyka is a ransomware-type virus that stealthily infiltrates systems and encrypts files using the AES encryption algorithm. During encryption, Zyka appends filenames with the ".lock" extension. For example, "sample.jpg" is renamed to "sample.jpg.lock". A pop-up window containing a ransom-demand mes
Developers present search.searchdescargar.com as an improved Internet search engine that generates better search results and provides quick access to various popular websites. On initial inspection, search.searchdescargar.com may appear legitimate and useful, however, developers promote it by emp
7zipper is a ransomware-type virus discovered by Michael Gillespie. Following infiltration, this malware compresses files using the 7zipper program and protects the ZIP file with a password. This behavior is uncommon to ransomware-type viruses, since most encrypt files using either symmetric or as
coolsearch.info is presented as an improved Internet search engine that enhances the Internet browsing experience by generating better search results. Judging on appearance alone, coolsearch.information may seem similar to Google, Bing, Yahoo, and other legitimate search engines. Therefore, many
First discovered by a security researcher called Kafeine, CryptoShield is an updated version of CryptoMix ransomware. CryptoShield is distributed using Exploit Kits. Following infiltration, this ransomware encrypts various data using RSA-2048 cryptography and appends the ".CRYPTOSHIELD.", ".CRYPT
Developers present search.emptovo.com as an improved Internet search engine that enhances the Internet browsing experience by generating better search results. These claims often trick users into believing that search.emptovo.com is legitimate and useful. In fact, developers promote this websit
XCrypt is a ransomware-type virus discovered by Jakub Kroustek. Following successful infiltration, XCrypt encrypts various data. Unlike other ransomware, however, this virus does not rename encrypted files or append alternative extensions. Once files are encrypted, XCrypt creates an image ("Help.j
RansomPlus is a ransomware-type malware discovered by Jiri Kropac. Following infiltration, RansomPlus encrypts files, compromising them and appending their names with the ".encrypted" extension. For instance, "sample.jpg" is renamed to "sample.jpg.encrypted". Following successful encryption, Rans