Our researchers found the MapperRanking application while reviewing file submissions to the VirusTotal site. After inspecting this app, we determined that it is advertising-supported software (adware) from the AdLoad malware family. MapperRanking is designed to run intrusive advertisement campai
After investigating the "Pending Emails On Server" message, we learned that it is spam. This fraudulent mail notifies the recipient of pending emails that require their immediate attention. This scam letter lures victims into visiting a phishing page that seeks to obtain their email account log-in
"Verify Delivery Error" is a spam email claiming that recipients' messages failed delivery. This fake letter pressures users into verifying the "delivery error" by warning them that failing to do so will result in the email account getting blocked. The purpose of this phishing mail is to trick rec
While investigating a Torrenting website that uses rogue advertising networks, our research team found the Internet Radio PUA (Potentially Unwanted Application). Software classed as such usually possesses harmful capabilities. PUAs also tend to infiltrate systems in bundles (alongside other suspe
After examining the "Error In The Mail Service" email, we determined that it is spam. The letter claims that the recipient's email account must be updated to avoid deactivation. This spam mail aims to deceive users into disclosing their email log-in credentials to a phishing website. Note that the
"Fake Unarchiver" refers to a stealer-type malware targeting Mac devices. It imitates The Unarchiver utility freeware. As the classification implies, this malicious program is designed to steal information from infected systems and installed applications. Fake Unarchiver targets various log-in c
While investigating dubious websites, our research team discovered the webetes[.]org rogue page. Upon examination, we learned that it promotes browser notification spam and redirects users to different (likely untrustworthy/harmful) sites. Most visitors to webetes[.]org and similar pages access t
Our inspection of the "Emails Need Your Attention" message revealed that it is spam. It states that emails were blocked from reaching the inbox due to security concerns. The recipient is encouraged to review the withheld messages, and those who are tricked – enter a phishing website that targets e
Our research team discovered the Datablack ransomware during a routine inspection of new file submissions to the VirusTotal site. Ransomware is designed to encrypt data and demand payment for its decryption. On our testing system, Datablack encrypted files and altered their filenames. Original ti
Banshee is a stealer-type malware targeting Mac Operating Systems (OSes). This malicious program can extract and exfiltrate data relating to the system, browsers, and cryptocurrency wallets. Primarily, Banshee seeks log-in credentials and finance-related information. Following successful