Step-by-Step Malware Removal Instructions

VirtualNano Adware (Mac)
Mac Virus

VirtualNano Adware (Mac)

Our researchers discovered the VirtualNano app during a routine inspection of new submissions to VirusTotal. After examining this application, we determined that it is advertising-supported software (adware). It is pertinent to mention that VirtualNano is part of the AdLoad malware family.

Perfect New Tab Browser Hijacker
Browser Hijacker

Perfect New Tab Browser Hijacker

Perfect New Tab is a rogue browser extension that our research team discovered while investigating deceptive sites. This piece of software is promoted as a tool that displays browser wallpapers. Our examination of Perfect New Tab revealed that it modifies browser settings in order to generate red

Your Email Has Used Up It Inbox Space Scam
Phishing/Scam

Your Email Has Used Up It Inbox Space Scam

After reviewing the "Your Email Has Used Up It Inbox Space" email, we determined that it is spam. This mail operates as a phishing scam. The letter falsely claims that the recipient will be unable to use their email account until they expand its storage. The goal is to extract recipients' email lo

Qwixx Stealer
Trojan

Qwixx Stealer

Qwixx is a stealer-type malware. This malicious program operates by extracting vulnerable information from various applications installed on infected systems. Qwixx targets account log-in credentials, credit card numbers, and other highly sensitive data. As mentioned in the introduction, Q

Shop Tab Browser Hijacker
Browser Hijacker

Shop Tab Browser Hijacker

Upon inspecting the Shop Tab browser extension, it became evident that it functions as a browser hijacker intended to promote shoptab.xyz, a fake search engine. Shop Tab alters a web browser's settings, effectively hijacking it. It is worth noting that many users unwittingly download and add appli

Realst Stealer (Mac)
Mac Virus

Realst Stealer (Mac)

Realst is a malicious program that targets sensitive information. Two versions of this malware exist, targeting Apple and Windows devices, respectively. Of particular concern is that some of its most recent versions are designed to exploit macOS 14 Sonoma, the upcoming operating system that is s

CriminalBot Malware (Android)
Trojan

CriminalBot Malware (Android)

CriminalBot is a piece of malicious software targeting Android users. Malicious software on Android devices can have various capabilities, including data theft, spying and surveillance, unauthorized access, ad fraud, and more. Thus, CriminalBot should be removed from affected devices as soon as po

Pathfinder RAT
Trojan

Pathfinder RAT

Pathfinder is the name of a cross-platform Remote Access Trojan (RAT). This malware is capable of infecting Windows, Linux, and Android operating systems. RATs enable remote access and control over infected devices. Pathfinder boasts the ability to allow full control over compromised machine GUIs

Pick Your Language Adware
Adware

Pick Your Language Adware

While investigating untrustworthy websites, our research team discovered the Pick Your Language browser extension. It is promoted as an easy-access tool to a dictionary, thesaurus, and translator. However, after analyzing this extension, we determined that it is advertising-supported software (adw

InteriorDesignTab Browser Hijacker
Browser Hijacker

InteriorDesignTab Browser Hijacker

During our analysis of InteriorDesignTab, we observed that it promotes idtwebsearch.com by hijacking web browsers. Like many other browser hijackers, InteriorDesignTab alters the browser settings. Such apps are often promoted and distributed through questionable methods, leading users to unintenti