In the process of analyzing malware samples that were provided to the VirusTotal site, we came across a ransomware variant known as Jaqw. Jaqw functions by encrypting files and altering their filenames through the addition of the ".jaqw" extension. Additionally, Jaqw is programmed to generate a te
Upon evaluating the BackupTelephone application, our assessment has determined that it exhibits intrusive advertisements, leading to its classification as adware. Users frequently install applications like BackupTelephone without fully comprehending their operations. It is recommended to uninsta
While investigating new submissions to the VirusTotal website, our researchers discovered the LookupSystem app. Our inspection revealed that LookupSystem is adware from the AdLoad malware family. It is designed to run intrusive advertisement campaigns, and this application may have additional ha
Our examination of the "Webmail Account Upgrade" email revealed that it is spam. This fake message claims that the recipient must reactivate their email account to prevent its termination. The goal of this phishing scam is to deceive recipients into disclosing their log-in credentials. The
OptimalBrowser is a rogue application discovered by our research team while inspecting new submissions to the VirusTotal website. Our analysis revealed that this app is advertising-supported software (adware) belonging to the AdLoad malware family. OptimalBrowser is designed to generate revenue
Our research team found the Quick World Clock browser extension while checking out deceptive sites. This piece of software promises easy access to user-selected world clocks and other widgets. After analyzing this extension, we learned that it modifies browser settings in order to generate redire
Our analysis of "New Version For Your Mailbox" revealed that it is a phishing email. This letter attempts to trick the recipient into disclosing their email log-in credentials by encouraging them to upgrade their account and avoid service interruptions. The scam letter with the subject "[r
NoBit is a piece of malicious software classed as ransomware. It is designed to encrypt data and demand payment for its decryption. On our testing system, NoBit encrypted files and appended their filenames with a ".bit" extension. To elaborate, a file initially named "1.jpg" appeared as "1.jpg.bi
After examining the "Funds Has Been Credited To Your Account" email, we determined that it is spam. The letter states that it contains an attached file concerning a revised payment. However, the attachment is a phishing file that targets email account log-in credentials. The spam email wit
Our researchers found the ConnectionLocator app during a routine investigation of new submissions to the VirusTotal site. This piece of software operates as adware. It is pertinent to mention that ConnectionLocator is part of the AdLoad malware family. Adware stands for advertising-suppo