Kirk is a ransomware-type virus that claims to be a network stress tool called "Low Orbital Ion Cannon". This ransomware was first discovered by malware researcher Jakub Kroustek. Following successful infiltration, Kirk encrypts files and appends filenames with the ".kirked" extension (for example
kwinzy.com is a fake Internet search engine that falsely claims to enhance the Internet browsing experience by generating improved search results. Judging on appearance alone, kwinzy.com barely differs from Google, Bing, Yahoo, and other legitimate search engines. Therefore, many users believe th
All_Your_Documents.rar (also known as ROSHALOCK 2.00) is ransomware-type virus discovered by security researcher Michael Gillespie. As with other ransomware-type viruses, All_Your_Documents.rar infiltrates systems without users' consent, however, it does not encrypt files - it compresses all file
The Search.snapdo.com browser redirect issue is caused by a browser toolbar developed by ReSoft Ltd. This browser add-on is compatible with Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox. The SnapDo toolbar promises to enhance Internet users' browsing experience by displaying quick links to
Identical to search.emptovo.com, search.gracepot.com, search.nunu-app.com, and many others, search.logicwhatever.com is a fake Internet search engine that falsely claims to generate improved search results. Judging on appearance alone, search.logicwhatever.com may seem legitimate and useful, h
Turkish FileEncryptor is a ransomware-type virus that stealthily infiltrates systems and encrypts various data. During encryption, Turkish FileEncryptor appends the ".encryption" extension to the name of each encrypted file (for example, "sample.jpg" is renamed to "sample.jpg.encrypted"). Further
Free WiFi Hotspot is a deceptive application that falsely claims to allow users to share their Internet connections via WiFi. On initial inspection, this functionality may appear legitimate and useful, however, Free WiFi Hotspot often infiltrates systems without users' permission (the "bundling" m
Revenge is a new variant of a ransomware-type virus called CryptoMix. It is also very similar to CryptoShield (another variant of CryptoMix ransomware). Criminals proliferate Revenge via a RIG Exploit Kit. They hack various websites and inject Javascript code that searches for visitors' computer v
ClearScreen Player is a deceptive application identical to NowUSeeIt Player and Playthru Player. The developers claim that ClearScreen Player allows users to play online videos directly from the desktop without using any browser - "The ClearScreen Player is based on one simple but brilliant idea
The TinyWallet browser add-on displays coupon and discount ads when users visit online shopping websites such as eBay, Amazon, Walmart, etc. The add-on is compatible with Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox. Note that while the functionality of TinyWallet may seem legitimate, man