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RustDoor Malware (Mac)
Mac Virus

RustDoor Malware (Mac)

RustDoor is a Mac-targeting malware written in the Rust programming language. This malicious program has been around since at least the autumn of 2023. At the time of writing, three variants of RustDoor have been discovered (with the initial one speculated to be a test version). This program is

Extended Search - Default Search Browser Hijacker
Browser Hijacker

Extended Search - Default Search Browser Hijacker

Upon closer inspection of the application, we identified that Extended Search - Default Search is a browser hijacker that promotes extended-search.com. This extension hijacks a browser by modifying its settings. Also, Extended Search - Default Search may be capable of collecting browsing-related a

Business Proposal Email Scam
Phishing/Scam

Business Proposal Email Scam

Upon reviewing the email, we have determined that it is a fraudulent message masquerading as a business proposal. The scammers intend to entice recipients into participating in an advance-fee scheme. Furthermore, it is imperative to exercise caution and refrain from disclosing any information in r

SaveSysBoot Adware (Mac)
Mac Virus

SaveSysBoot Adware (Mac)

Our researchers found the SaveSysBoot application while checking out new file submissions to the VirusTotal site. After investigating this piece of software, we determined that it is adware from the AdLoad malware family. SaveSysBoot runs intrusive advertisement campaigns, and it may have additi

PayPal Stablecoin Scam
Phishing/Scam

PayPal Stablecoin Scam

After inspecting "PayPal Stablecoin", we determined that it is a scam imitating the PayPal online payment/ money transferring platform. This fake site offers users the chance to claim PayPal USD cryptocurrency. The scheme operates as a crypto drainer. This scam mimics the design of PayPal'

Tesla Space X Investment Scam
Phishing/Scam

Tesla Space X Investment Scam

Upon inspecting "Tesla Space X Investment", we determined that it is a scam. It is presented as an elaborate online platform offering investments and other related services. However, its purpose is to deceive users into transferring cryptocurrency to the scammers' wallets. This scam appear

Claim EZPOINTS Scam
Phishing/Scam

Claim EZPOINTS Scam

While examining this scheme (supposedly an ezPoints reward program), we unveiled its deceptive guise as a legitimate offer to receive ezPoints in exchange for nominal cryptocurrency deposits. The purpose of this scam is to trick unsuspecting individuals into performing certain actions leading to m

MouseOption Adware (Mac)
Mac Virus

MouseOption Adware (Mac)

In our evaluation of the MouseOption application, it came to light that it exhibits intrusive advertisements. As a result, MouseOption has been categorized as adware. It is important to mention that software falling under this category often has the capability to collect various types of informa

Cavernexplorer.com Ads
Notification Spam

Cavernexplorer.com Ads

Cavernexplorer[.]com is the address of a rogue webpage discovered by our research team during a routine investigation of unreliable sites. Upon inspection, we determined that this page promotes browser notification spam and redirects users to other (likely untrustworthy/dangerous) websites. The m

Western Union Money Transfer Email Scam
Phishing/Scam

Western Union Money Transfer Email Scam

Upon scrutinizing the email, it became evident that it was a fake notification from Western Union concerning unclaimed funds. Such fraudulent emails are commonly referred to as phishing attempts. The fraudsters behind this scam intend to deceive recipients into engaging in financial transactions o