After examining malware samples on the VirusTotal platform, it has been determined that Kaaa belongs to the Djvu ransomware family. Kaaa encrypts files and alters their filenames by appending the ".kaaa" extension. For instance, it transforms "1.jpg" into "1.jpg.kaaa", "2.png" into "2.png.kaaa", a
During our examination of the GenerationKey app, we noted its tendency to exhibit intrusive advertisements that may lead users to questionable websites. Moreover, there exists a potential for GenerationKey to access and collect diverse forms of information, raising concerns about user privacy an
While examining new file submissions to the VirusTotal platform, our researchers discovered the NetworksInteger application. After analyzing it, we determined that it is adware. This app belongs to the AdLoad malware family. NetworksInteger generates revenue for its developers through advertisin
Our research team discovered the UpgradeAdvice app while inspecting file submissions to the VirusTotal website. Upon examination, it became evident that UpgradeAdvice is advertising-supported software (adware) from the AdLoad malware family. Adware generates revenue through advertising.
After reviewing the "PayPal - Important Account Update Required" email, we determined that it is fake. This mail urges recipients to update their account information. The goal is to lure users into disclosing sensitive data to a phishing website. It must be stressed that this email is not associat
Our research team found the SyncAnalyser app during a routine review of new submissions to VirusTotal. After examining this software, we determined that it is adware. SyncAnalyser is part of the AdLoad malware family. Advertising-supported software operates by delivering intrusive ad campaigns,
While browsing suspect websites, our researchers discovered the bolycherame[.]com rogue page. It is designed to promote browser notification spam. The webpage can also redirect users elsewhere (likely untrustworthy/dangerous sites). Visitors to bolycherame[.]com and pages akin to it access them t
Our analysis reveals that lookupsearchers.com is a counterfeit search engine promoted through unreliable applications, including malicious browser extensions. Typically, the promotion of fake search engines involves browser hijacking. If users come across lookupsearchers.com, they should promptly
Our examination shows that lookingup-lookup.com is a fake search engine promoted via rogue applications (including malicious browser extensions). The promotion of fake search engines usually includes browser hijacking. Users who encounter lookingup-lookup.com should remove it from the settings of
During a routine review of new file submissions to the VirusTotal platform, our research team found the SchrodingerCat ransomware-type program. It belongs to the GlobeImposter ransomware family. SchrodingerCat encrypts data and demands ransoms for its decryption. On our testing system, this ranso