DictionaryBoss is presented as a legitimate browser toolbar that provides dictionary-related features (translation, spell check, etc.). By claiming to enable useful functionality, DictionaryBoss often tricks users to install, however, this toolbar is classed as a browser hijacker and a potentiall
Search.texiday.com is supposedly a legitimate Internet search engine with very similar appearance to other (legitimate) search engines such as Bing, Yahoo, and Google. Therefore, users often believe that search.texiday.com is reputable software. In fact, developers promote search.texiday.com vi
According to the developers, search.celipsow.com is an Internet search engine that generates the most relevant search results. On initial inspection, the appearance of this site may seem identical to other Internet search engines such as Google, Bing, and Yahoo. Therefore, many users often beli
Created by Weather Warnings LLC, StormAlerts is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) claiming to warn users of storms heading to their vicinity. Although this may seem useful and legitimate functionality, be aware that StormAlerts is categorized as adware, since it employs a deceptive software ma
Seen On Screen is a dubious browser toolbar that supposedly allows users find and watch movie trailers. These false claims to provide useful functionality often trick users into believing that Seen On Screen is a legitimate browser extension. In fact, due to rogue behavior (stealth installation,
EasyDocMerge is a rogue browser toolbar claiming to allow users to merge various documents and convert file formats. On initial inspection, this functionality may seem legitimate, however, this toolbar continually tracks users' web browsing activity. In addition, EasyDocMerge infiltrates browsers
Pass To Post is a deceptive browser extension that falsely claims to enhance the web browsing experience by providing a number of 'valuable features' - "We're passionate about improving web by providing the best tools to enhance the browsing experience, from searching the web to comparing online d
Surprise is a ransomware developed using the source code of open-source ransomware called 'EDA2, which is written in the C# programming language'. Research shows that cyber criminals remotely install Surprise ransomware via the TeamViewer application. This malware is designed to stealthily infilt
TopFlix is a dubious application that supposedly allows users to enter U.S. websites that are blocked in other countries - "Using our DNS service, you can access U.S. restricted content." By giving these fake promises, TopFlix gives the impression of legitimate and useful software. In fact, this
GameOn is a dubious browser toolbar/add-on identical to Muzik Fury. It claims to provide quick access to various Flash games. On initial inspection, this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, however, GameOn often infiltrates systems without users’ permission. In addition, the add-on hija