Our research team discovered the ExploreOpenWin application during a routine review of new file submissions to the VirusTotal platform. After examining this piece of software, we determined that it is adware belonging to the AdLoad malware family. ExploreOpenWin operates by delivering intrusive
In the course of our review, it has been identified that Search Potato operates as a browser hijacker. This app performs browser hijacking by modifying the settings of the affected web browser. Typically, users add apps like Search Potato to browsers without knowing the consequences and associated
Our research team discovered the DevExpress malware while investigating websites that offer fake software "cracks". An installation setup promoted by such a page contained DevExpress and other unwanted/harmful software. The exact purpose of DevExpress is currently unknown; it likely entails carryi
Zegost functions as information-stealing malware, and cybercriminals have been observed distributing it through targeted email attacks. This malicious software has been in existence since around 2011. The threat actors linked to Zegost are known for their persistence and ingenuity, employing vario
Upon inspection, we determined that the "CLAIM HYTOPIA TOKEN" giveaway is fake. This scam states that the user may claim an unspecified amount of the HYTOPIA ecosystem's $TOPIA tokens. The goal of this phishing scam is to trick victims into inadvertently disclosing their cryptocurrency wallet log-
After careful examination, it has been determined that the Bovidae application is not trustworthy and possesses the capability to cause various harms to users. Bovidae has the ability to access diverse sets of data, manipulate extensions and themes, and enable the "Managed by your organization" fe
During our evaluation, it has come to light that NAudio is a harmful program disseminated through deceptive means. Additionally, the installation package incorporating NAudio includes other undesirable components. Therefore, we recommend that affected users promptly uninstall NAudio along with all
Following our analysis, we have identified ook.gg as a dubious search engine. Typically, search engines of this nature are promoted through browser-hijacking extensions. Nevertheless, it has been observed that ook.gg is injected into startup processes in certain instances. In either scenario, use
While investigating deceptive sites, our researchers discovered an installation setup promoting the K Searches browser extension. Our examination revealed that this extension is a browser hijacker. It manipulates browser settings to endorse (via redirects) the ksearches.com fake search engine. It
During a routine investigation of untrustworthy websites, our researchers discovered the "Norton - Your PC Is Infected With 18 Viruses!" scam. Presented as the Norton anti-virus, this scheme claims to detect multiple infections on users' devices. Typically, scams of this kind are used to promote u