WantToCry is ransomware designed to encrypt data and append its extension (".want_to_cry") to the filenames of encrypted files. Also, WantToCry provides victims a ransom note ("!want_to_cry.txt") with contact and payment information. An illustration of how WantToCry renames files: it changes "1.jp
During our investigation of the ProcessorSelect application, we found that it bombards users with irritating and potentially misleading advertisements. Applications that exhibit such behavior are categorized as adware. It is recommended to avoid installing apps like ProcessorSelect and remove th
In our examination of the MyFootballTab application, we discovered that it forces users to visit and utilize myfootballtab.com by altering their web browser settings, a practice known as browser hijacking. In addition to exerting control over the browser, MyFootballTab may also gather various user
While examining the OpenInput application, we discovered that it inundates users with bothersome and potentially deceptive advertisements. Applications demonstrating this behavior are classified as adware. It is advisable to refrain from installing apps similar to OpenInput. The OpenInpu
During our examination of the malware known as TransCrypt, which we encountered while analyzing samples submitted to VirusTotal, we uncovered that TransCrypt is ransomware derived from Chaos ransomware. TransCrypt encrypts files, appends a random extension to filenames, changes the desktop wallpap
In our analysis of the Cinema Buzz application, we found that it compels users to visit and use cinema-buzz.com by modifying the settings of their web browser, a practice commonly referred to as browser hijacking. Alongside this browser control, Cinema Buzz may also collect diverse user data.
While checking out new file submissions to the VirusTotal platform, our research team discovered TrackBrowserMultitask. After examining this application, we learned that it is advertising-supported software (adware) from the AdLoad malware family. TrackBrowserMultitask is designed to feed users
Our researchers discovered the SettleTopic adware-type application while reviewing new file submissions to VirusTotal. This app is part of the AdLoad malware family. SettleTopic is designed to run intrusive advert campaigns, and it may have other harmful capabilities. Adware stands for a
Blushingfashionista is a rogue browser extension discovered by our research team during a routine investigation of questionable websites. After examining this software, we determined that it is a browser hijacker. Blushingfashionista makes alterations to browser settings in order to promote the bl
Our research team discovered the SimpleGrid during a routine investigation of new submissions to the VirusTotal site. After examining this piece of software, we determined that it is adware. SimpleGrid belongs to the AdLoad malware family. This app is designed to generate revenue for its develop