ErrorWindows is ransomware that prevents victims from using/accessing their data by encrypting it. We discovered ErrorWindows during our examination of samples submitted to VirusTotal. Our team found that ErrorWindows is part of the Xorist family. Additionally, it renames files (appends the ".erro
Upon inspecting the EssenceSkill application, we noticed that it shows invasive advertisements. These kinds of programs are categorized as adware. Users often install adware without fully grasping the potential consequences it can bring about. It is recommended not to have apps of this type inst
In our analysis of malware samples submitted to VirusTotal, we discovered a ransomware variant known as Teza. This ransomware encrypts files and changes their filenames by adding the ".teza" extension. Additionally, Teza creates a ransom note in the form of a text file named "_readme.txt". To ill
Rentlysearchin[.]com is a rogue site designed to trick visitors into receiving spam browser notifications. It can also generate redirects to other (likely unreliable/hazardous) websites. Most users access pages like rentlysearchin[.]com via redirects caused by sites that utilize rogue advertising
Beach Wallpaper is a rogue extension that promises to display beach-themed browser wallpapers. After examining this piece of software, we determined that it is a browser hijacker. Beach Wallpaper modifies browser settings to promote (through redirects) the find.nmywebsrc.com fake search engine.
Our inspection of the "Crimson International" email revealed that it is fake. We determined that this letter is malspam. It attempts to deceive recipients into opening the attachment by presenting it as a document containing information concerning a potential order. This malicious file is designed
RetrievalBandwidth is a rogue app that we discovered during a routine inspection of new submissions to the VirusTotal website. Our analysis revealed that this application is adware belonging to the AdLoad malware family. RetrievalBandwidth operates by delivering intrusive advert campaigns.
Our research team discovered the Screenshot browser extension while inspecting questionable websites. This piece of software is presented as a tool that allows users to take screenshots easily, and it displays browser wallpapers. After analyzing this extension, we learned that it makes changes to
QuiteRAT is a piece of malicious software categorized as a Remote Access Trojan (RAT). This program is designed to enable remote access/control over infected systems. QuiteRAT was first spotted in early 2023 and has been since linked to the Lazarus Group – a threat actor backed by the state of No
After encountering a suspicious website, our research team stumbled upon the ApteryxAustralis application while testing a potentially harmful installer. This application has the potential to involve itself in deceptive practices. Notably, ApteryxAustralis introduces the "Managed by your organizati