RCRU64 is ransomware designed to encrypt files and change their names (append the victim's ID, email address, and the (".HM8" extension) and provide two ransom notes ("Restore_Your_Files.txt" and "ReadMe.hta") with the same instructions. It is known that there are at least two other variants of RC
Pinnipedia is the name of a malicious browser extension. Our research team discovered it during a routine inspection of dubious sites; the extension was included in an installation setup promoted by a deceptive webpage. Pinnipedia has browser management capabilities and spies on users' browsing a
After analysis, it has come to our attention that TrustedEnumerator is an advertising-supported application that displays annoying advertisements. In addition to bombarding users with unwanted ads, TrustedEnumerator may be designed to gather data. Thus, it is highly recommended to avoid installi
After investigating the "Microsoft Password System Reminder" email, we determined that it is spam promoting a phishing scam. This bogus letter notifies of potential log-in issues, and preventing them will result in the recipient having to disclose their account password. The spam email wit
During our examination, we discovered that Odobenidae is an untrustworthy application with the capability to enable and control the "Managed by your organization" feature in Chrome and Edge browsers. Additionally, Odobenidae can oversee themes and extensions, as well as access (and modify) data fr
Press is a ransomware-type program. Malware within this category is designed to encrypt data and demand payment for its decryption. The Press ransomware operates in this manner as well. It also alters the name of encrypted files by appending them with a ".press" extension. For example, an origina
During our assessment of the malware, it was found that Gotmydatafast operates as ransomware. Upon infiltrating the operating system, Gotmydatafast encrypts and renames files and provides two ransom notes ("info.hta" and "info.txt"). This ransomware is part of the Phobos family and was discovered
During our examination, we discovered that DynamicTable is an application of concern, as it exhibits unwanted advertisements. Consequently, DynamicTable is categorized as adware. Apart from displaying ads, DynamicTable has the potential to collect user data. Typically, applications similar to Dy
Upon examining the application, we found that Ad Skipper is designed to display advertisements instead of fulfilling its intended purpose of "skipping" them. Applications like Ad Skipper are classified as adware. It is typical for such apps to be promoted without disclosing the full extent of thei
While investigating suspect websites, our researchers discovered Extreme Security Adblocker. This browser extension is promoted as a security-oriented ad-blocking tool. However, after examining this piece of software, we determined that it is adware. Hence, instead of removing adverts – it displa