Payola is ransomware designed to encrypt data, append the ".Payola" extension to filenames, change the desktop wallpaper, and create a ransom note ("Recovery_Guide.html"). An example of how Payola renames files: it changes "1.jpg" to "1.jpg.Payola", "2.png" to "2.png.Payola", and so forth. Scr
After examining the Search101 browser extension, it became apparent that its purpose is to serve as a browser hijacker, with the goal of promoting find.dnavigate-now.com, a fake search engine. Search101 modifies the settings of a web browser, effectively taking control of it. It is important to h
During the analysis of malware samples submitted to VirusTotal, our team encountered the Wzer ransomware, which is associated with the Djvu family. Upon infecting a computer, Wzer encrypts a range of files and appends the ".wzer" extension to their original filenames. For instance, a file named "1
ManagerUnit is an adware-type application that we discovered while reviewing new file submissions to the VirusTotal site. This app belongs to the AdLoad malware family. ManagerUnit is designed to run intrusive advertisement campaigns. This app feeds users with unwanted and deceptive ads.
"Request To Deactivate Your Email Account" is a phishing scam. This fake letter claims that the recipient's request to deactivate their email account has been received and will be processed. This spam mail aims to extract victims' log-in credentials as they attempt to stop the alleged deactivation
Our research team found the AssuranceForcast app during a routine investigation of new file submissions to the VirusTotal website. After inspecting this piece of software, we learned that it is adware. AssuranceForcast is part of the AdLoad malware family. This application is designed to generat
While inspecting deceptive websites, our researchers discovered the My Weather Tab browser extension. Our examination revealed that this extension operates as browser-hijacking software. It makes alterations to browser settings in order to promote (via redirects) the myweathertab.xyz fake search e
After inspecting the "Queued Messages Notification" email, we determined that it is spam promoting a phishing scam. The letter claims that messages are pending delivery to the recipient's mailbox. Supposedly, the email account must be verified by signing in through the endorsed phishing site.
After thorough analysis, our team has determined that the intent of this email is to trick recipients into revealing their personal information. Such emails are classified as phishing endeavors, where the senders, who are malicious actors, intend to defraud recipients by coaxing them into sharing
After analyzing ForwardLean, our team has determined that its primary function is to present bothersome advertisements to users. Such applications fall under the category of adware. It is important to highlight that users often download and install adware inadvertently, often without being aware