Upon examining the HorizonsHost app, we determined that it generates annoying ads, making it adware. It is common for such apps to be distributed using questionable (including deceptive) methods. Thus, users should avoid installing HorizonsHost on computers. If this app is already installed, use
Explorespot.io is a website classed as a fake search engine. We discovered this page while analyzing a browser hijacker named Explore Spot. This browser extension is endorsed as a tool for improving the browsing experience. Instead, Explore Spot alters browser settings to promote (through redirec
After inspecting this "Wells Fargo - Direct Deposit" email, we determined that it is fake. This spam letter imitates a notification from Wells Fargo & Company – a multinational financial services company. The goal of this fraudulent mail is to deceive recipients into providing their account cr
We have examined the page and discovered that it uses a deceptive method to promote a legitimate software product. On the site, users encounter fake information that encourages them to renew their subscriptions. It is advisable not to trust such sites even if they promote legitimate products or se
We have inspected the FocusProgrammer application and discovered that its purpose is to deliver annoying advertisements. Apps that function like FocusProgrammer are commonly known as advertising-supported apps (adware). It is uncommon for users to install adware on purpose. If FocusProgrammer or
Our researchers discovered the InitialRemote application while investigating new submissions to the VirusTotal site. Upon examination, we found that it is adware from the AdLoad malware family. This app is designed to run intrusive advertisement campaigns, and it may exhibit other harmful functi
During a routine investigation of a Torrenting website that uses rogue advertising networks, our research team discovered a scam site promoting an installer containing the WinTrackerXP PUA (Potentially Unwanted Application). Apps within this category usually possesses undesirable and possibly mali
This "Online Security" browser extension is fake because it imitates a legitimate extension of the same name. The imitator software has data-tracking abilities and can modify browsers' behavior. Our researchers discovered this malicious extension in an installation setup promoted by a scam page f
ExtreamFanV5 is a shady application that is distributed using deceptive methods. During our examination, we found that multiple security vendors flagged ExtreamFanV5 as malicious. Also, it is unknown what exactly this app does when installed. Either way, it is strongly recommended to avoid having
Our analysis of email has revealed that it is a phishing email disguised as a notification from an email service provider. The scammers behind it seek to trick recipients into opening a fake website and disclosing personal information. Thus, recipients should ignore this email and never provide se